Senior Project Manager
Chicago, IL
Date Posted:05-Nov-2026
Work Type:Hybrid
Job Number:505949
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Project Manager
Location: Chicago, IL - Hybrid
Duration: 5 Months
Project Overview:
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager who will be assigned to one or more of the client’s large book of cybersecurity projects that require project management best-practices and rigor to execute and successfully deliver on time and on budget.
Qualifications (must haves):
Has expertise in managing all phases of systems development from concept through implementation and maintenance to include:
• Schedule management
• Risk and issue management
• Budget and financial management
• Coordination and communication across teams
• Managed large projects using Agile/Waterfall methodologies
• Managed large projects using Azure Boards
• Earned a B.A. or B.S. degree in a business or technology field of study
Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Managing project execution and completion of moderate or large projects
• Defines the phase deliverables, tracks milestones and incurred expenses versus planned expenses
• Evaluates risks and recommends contingency plans
• Assigns resources and tasks, and manages quality assurance, and resolution of issues
• Conducts status reviews and reporting, development of standards, change control, customer support, and compliance with all policies and procedures
• Partner with key business and technology stakeholders in the delivery of critical technology initiatives to meet our strategic goals
• Proactively identifies and mitigates risks that impact projects
• Change agent for project management best-practices
Nice to Have’s:
The individual should be competent in all areas of project management.
Experience working in a global, highly regulated financial institution
* Proven experience as a Senior Project or Program Manager in large-scale, cross-functional technology transformation initiatives, preferably in cybersecurity or cryptography.
* Strong understanding of cryptographic principles, especially asymmetric and post-quantum cryptography, and related regulatory and compliance frameworks.
* Experience with enterprise risk management, technology governance, and vendor management.
* Ability to coordinate complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, technical teams, and external partners.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
* Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., FIPS 203/204/205), cryptographic inventory methodologies, and change management best practices.
* Experience in financial services or other regulated industries is highly desirable
Location: Chicago, IL - Hybrid
Duration: 5 Months
Project Overview:
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager who will be assigned to one or more of the client’s large book of cybersecurity projects that require project management best-practices and rigor to execute and successfully deliver on time and on budget.
Qualifications (must haves):
Has expertise in managing all phases of systems development from concept through implementation and maintenance to include:
• Schedule management
• Risk and issue management
• Budget and financial management
• Coordination and communication across teams
• Managed large projects using Agile/Waterfall methodologies
• Managed large projects using Azure Boards
• Earned a B.A. or B.S. degree in a business or technology field of study
Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Managing project execution and completion of moderate or large projects
• Defines the phase deliverables, tracks milestones and incurred expenses versus planned expenses
• Evaluates risks and recommends contingency plans
• Assigns resources and tasks, and manages quality assurance, and resolution of issues
• Conducts status reviews and reporting, development of standards, change control, customer support, and compliance with all policies and procedures
• Partner with key business and technology stakeholders in the delivery of critical technology initiatives to meet our strategic goals
• Proactively identifies and mitigates risks that impact projects
• Change agent for project management best-practices
Nice to Have’s:
The individual should be competent in all areas of project management.
Experience working in a global, highly regulated financial institution
* Proven experience as a Senior Project or Program Manager in large-scale, cross-functional technology transformation initiatives, preferably in cybersecurity or cryptography.
* Strong understanding of cryptographic principles, especially asymmetric and post-quantum cryptography, and related regulatory and compliance frameworks.
* Experience with enterprise risk management, technology governance, and vendor management.
* Ability to coordinate complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, technical teams, and external partners.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
* Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., FIPS 203/204/205), cryptographic inventory methodologies, and change management best practices.
* Experience in financial services or other regulated industries is highly desirable
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's pay range is $68.00/hr – $71.88/hr.