Innova Solutions
Cyber Security Project Manager
Position type: Contract
Duration: 12+ Months
Location: Chicago, IL and Denver, CO
Details We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver complex technology initiatives across our organization. This role is responsible for managing the full project lifecycle—from initiation and planning through execution and closure—ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and alignment with strategic goals. This specific role will align directly to 1 or more projects that have high priority focus for our organization, which will come with additional oversight and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
Communicate with senior leaders and deliver complex work/messaging in a simple, concise way.
Detail oriented, ability to organize, track and manage large teams and complex bodies of work.
Host kickoff meetings with stakeholders and project teams.
Develop work breakdown structures (WBS), dependency documentation, and timelines for complex work efforts.
Lead cross‑functional teams and delegate tasks.
Track progress, manage dependencies, and communicate updates.
Identify and resolve issues and roadblocks.
Perform quality checks and manage scope changes.
Monitor budgets and implement risk management strategies.
Establish clear communication channels.
Provide regular status updates and manage expectations.
Motivate and coach team members.
Resolve conflicts and foster collaboration.
Required Skills
Leadership Communication: Inspire teams and communicate effectively across all levels.
Planning Organization: Manage timelines, priorities, and complex work efforts.
Strong sense of urgency and escalation paths to keep projects on track.
Project Management: Proficiency in Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies; tools like MS Project and JIRA.
Technical Acumen: Understanding of IT terminology and processes.
Problem‑Solving Analytical Thinking: Address challenges and make data‑driven decisions.
Proven experience working in a fast paced, highly matrixed organization.
Change Management Expertise.
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity products, services and technologies.
Preferred Certifications/Training
PMP (Project Management Professional)
CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management)
CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
CSM (Certified ScrumMaster)
Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Kanban methodologies.
Pay Range And Benefits Pay Range: $60 to $65 per hour
Medical & pharmacy coverage
Dental/vision insurance
401(k)
Health savings account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA)
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
Short term and Long term Disability
Accident & Critical illness coverage
Pre‑paid legal & ID theft protection
Sick time and other types of paid leaves (as required by law)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at hr@innovasolutions.com or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities.
Balbir Rana Senior Associate Balbir.rana@innovasolutions.com
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Duration: 12+ Months
Location: Chicago, IL and Denver, CO
Details We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver complex technology initiatives across our organization. This role is responsible for managing the full project lifecycle—from initiation and planning through execution and closure—ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and alignment with strategic goals. This specific role will align directly to 1 or more projects that have high priority focus for our organization, which will come with additional oversight and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
Communicate with senior leaders and deliver complex work/messaging in a simple, concise way.
Detail oriented, ability to organize, track and manage large teams and complex bodies of work.
Host kickoff meetings with stakeholders and project teams.
Develop work breakdown structures (WBS), dependency documentation, and timelines for complex work efforts.
Lead cross‑functional teams and delegate tasks.
Track progress, manage dependencies, and communicate updates.
Identify and resolve issues and roadblocks.
Perform quality checks and manage scope changes.
Monitor budgets and implement risk management strategies.
Establish clear communication channels.
Provide regular status updates and manage expectations.
Motivate and coach team members.
Resolve conflicts and foster collaboration.
Required Skills
Leadership Communication: Inspire teams and communicate effectively across all levels.
Planning Organization: Manage timelines, priorities, and complex work efforts.
Strong sense of urgency and escalation paths to keep projects on track.
Project Management: Proficiency in Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies; tools like MS Project and JIRA.
Technical Acumen: Understanding of IT terminology and processes.
Problem‑Solving Analytical Thinking: Address challenges and make data‑driven decisions.
Proven experience working in a fast paced, highly matrixed organization.
Change Management Expertise.
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity products, services and technologies.
Preferred Certifications/Training
PMP (Project Management Professional)
CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management)
CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
CSM (Certified ScrumMaster)
Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Kanban methodologies.
Pay Range And Benefits Pay Range: $60 to $65 per hour
Medical & pharmacy coverage
Dental/vision insurance
401(k)
Health savings account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA)
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
Short term and Long term Disability
Accident & Critical illness coverage
Pre‑paid legal & ID theft protection
Sick time and other types of paid leaves (as required by law)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at hr@innovasolutions.com or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities.
Balbir Rana Senior Associate Balbir.rana@innovasolutions.com
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