Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager (IT/Security) (Remote)Duration: 1 year with 37.5 hours a weekLocation: RemoteOn-site (Springfield, IL) presence during the first week is required for onboarding and meeting the team (Minimum 3 days).Job SummaryOur client is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support the Information Security team in planning, executing, and delivering IT security initiatives. This is a hands-on role requiring a technical project manager with cybersecurity ("security shop") experience who will actively manage projects—not just observe. The ideal candidate will be an integral part of the team, driving execution, anticipating risks, and ensuring the successful delivery of complex initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesActively lead and manage projects end-to-end, ensuring timely and successful deliveryTrack project status, monitor progress, and provide clear updates to stakeholdersIdentify, escalate, and resolve issues proactivelyDevelop a strong understanding of project scope, timelines, and dependenciesServe as a key partner to stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor ("project manager whisperer")Be an integral part of the team, contributing to both planning and executionForecast potential risks/issues and communicate them effectively with mitigation strategiesDevelop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and timelinesCreate, assign, and manage tasks across project teamsCoordinate with cross-functional teams, leadership, and stakeholdersEnsure adherence to EPMO standards, project charters, and required documentation. Coach teams on project management processes and best practicesFacilitate status meetings, reporting, and stakeholder communicationDrive audit remediation efforts, including identifying issues, defining tasks, and ensuring resolutionSupport and manage change management initiativesOversee technical deployments, ensuring smooth executionCollaborate closely with security teams to align priorities and executionRequired Qualifications8 years of experience in Project Management, including 5 years leading IT security initiativesProven experience as a hands-on Technical Project Manager in a cybersecurity environmentExperience working within an EPMO or PMO environment, with adherence to project governance standards, charter development, and required documentationStrong ability to manage, not just coordinate, complex projectsExperience with Microsoft Project for planning and trackingExperience with ServiceNow SPM (Strategic Portfolio Management) moduleProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (required)Strong understanding of audit remediation, risk management, and complianceExperience managing change management and technical deploymentsAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneouslyExcellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skillsAbility to understand technical concepts and translate them into actionable plans.Additional Information about the role:· More info on Security PM Need: Not just a project observerThey will actively manage the projectTrack StatusEscalate issuesUnderstand and grasp the projectNeed to be a technical project manager with Cyber shop experienceProject manager whispererBe an integral part of the teamKnowledge of potential issues with the ability to forecast and effectively communicate those issuesMicrosoft Project experienceServiceNow SPM module experience- If unable to find, then exposure to the SPM module is fine.EPMO, charter & paperworkNeeds to know what has to happen and whenCoach the processA couple of the projects we know will be:Mitigating IRS audit findingsIntegration of Mainframe RACF with SailPointSolution for managing public accountsPen Testing Project Management