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Cybersecurity Project Manager

Prairie Consulting Services
Chicago, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/27/2027

Senior Cybersecurity Project Manager

Chicago, IL | Hybrid (3 Days/Week)

Long-Term Contract | W2 $90-93/hr


We're looking for a true delivery leader to drive enterprise cybersecurity initiatives within our Security Architecture & Engineering organization.


This isn't a PMO general PM role. We're seeking someone who can confidently partner with cybersecurity engineers, influence executives, remove roadblocks, and deliver complex, high-visibility projects.


Cybersecurity Project Manager - What You'll Do

  • Lead enterprise cybersecurity projects from planning through delivery
  • Manage project plans, budgets, risks, dependencies, and executive reporting
  • Partner with Security Architecture & Engineering teams on initiatives such as network security, cloud security, and enterprise risk reduction
  • Drive accountability and keep strategic projects moving


Cybersecurity Project Manager - What We're Looking For

  • 10 years of Project/Program Management experience
  • Strong cybersecurity project delivery experience (Security Architecture, Network Security, Cloud Security, Data Protection, or similar)
  • Proven ability to communicate with both executives and highly technical engineering teams
  • Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps (ADO)
  • Budget management experience (Clarity PPM or similar)
  • Experience leading complex projects in large enterprise environments


Cybersecurity Project Manager - Preferred

  • Financial services or other regulated industry
  • Big 4 or technology consulting background
  • PMP certification


If you're known for building trust, influencing teams, and delivering complex cybersecurity initiatives on time, we'd love to connect.

Salary : $90 - $93

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