Project Manager-cybersecurity/Technology risk Job at Prairie Consulting Services

Project Manager - Cybersecurity/Technology Risk Hiring: Cybersecurity Project Manager (Technology Risk & Compliance) Location: Hybrid/Bolingbrook, IL Role: Project Manager – Cybersecurity & Technology Risk We’re seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Project Manager to lead and deliver enterprise-level technology risk, security, and compliance initiatives for a large, well-established retail organization. This role is ideal for a PM who has successfully managed risk assessments, control remediation, IAM governance, vulnerability remediation, and audit-driven initiatives in a structured PMO environment. This is not a hands‑on cybersecurity role. It is a delivery, governance, and coordination role focused on ensuring security and risk projects are executed properly and are audit‑ready. Base pay range: $75.00/hr - $80.00/hr Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of cybersecurity and technology risk initiatives Own the full project lifecycle: kickoff, planning, execution, governance, and closeout Develop and maintain project plans, milestones, schedules, and risk logs Facilitate project meetings, design walkthroughs, and risk & control reviews Provide weekly and bi‑weekly project status updates highlighting risks, control gaps, and remediation progress Partner with Portfolio Managers on resource and capacity forecasting Ensure compliance with PMO standards, documentation requirements, gate reviews, and change control Coordinate with IT Risk Management (ITRM), Audit, Compliance, and Architecture teams Track and maintain governance artifacts, remediation evidence, and validation documentation Support rollout planning, implementation coordination, and post‑implementation lessons learned Must‑Have Qualifications Experience managing cybersecurity, technology risk, audit, or compliance projects Strong understanding of: Control remediation Vulnerability management IAM governance Regulatory / audit-driven initiatives Proven project management experience across the full lifecycle Experience working within a PMO-governed enterprise environment Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to translate technical risk into business impact Nice‑to‑Have Experience with Planview PPM Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO) Experience in large enterprise or regulated environments PMP or similar certification If you’re a Project Manager with a strong background in cybersecurity and technology risk delivery , we’d love to connect, please apply. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Contract Job Function Information Technology Industries Retail #J-18808-Ljbffr