IT Project Manager

Who we are:

Strongpoint Partners is tech-enabled retirement services platform serving small- to mid-sized businesses with integrated retirement third party administration, recordkeeping, payroll, and HR solutions. Recognized as one of Inc. 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies in America and certified as a Great Place to Work, Strongpoint offers a suite of services that prioritizes accuracy, compliance, and reduction of regulatory risk for its clients, delivered by local client success teams that understand the nuances of the markets they serve. With a coast-to-coast network of 19 leading firms including HowardSimon ("HSR"), Jocelyn Pension Consulting ("JPC"), Retirement Strategies Group (“RSG”), Retirement Planners and Administrators (“RPA”), Pension Financial Services (“PFS”), Pollard & Associates ("PA"), Carlson Quinn ("CQ"), SI GROUP ("SIG"), Retirement Planning Consulting Group (“RPCG”), Karel-Gordon & Associates ("KGA"), Cash Balance Actuaries ("CBA"), Pension Consultants, Inc. (“PCI”), Actuaries Unlimited (“AUI”), California Retirement Plans (“CRP”), Benefit Equity ("BEI"), United Benefit Pensions, Inc. ("UBP"), Creative Retirement Systems ("CRS"), Associated Pension Consultants ("APC"), Allied Consultants, Inc. ("ACI"), American Retirement Plan Services, LLC (“ARPS”), and SMS Retirement (“SMS”). Strongpoint Partners combines a relentless passion for service and innovation with the experience and expertise required to make retirement work for everyone. For more information, please visit: www.strongpointpartners.com.  

Position Summary:

Strongpoint is growing fast, and as we scale we're investing in the security, controls, and infrastructure that let us earn and keep our partners' trust. We're looking for an IT Project Manager who can turn that mandate into action — starting with leading our SOC 2 audit readiness from the front. This role is ideal for a high-ownership operator who thrives in fast-paced environments, brings structure to ambiguity, and can hold technical, compliance, and business stakeholders to a shared plan. Your first priority will be preparing the organization for our SOC 2 audit; from there, you'll own the IT and security project portfolio that supports our platform and affiliate companies.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is based out of our downtown Chicago office and follows a hybrid work model, combining in-office collaboration with the flexibility to work remotely part of the week. The IT Project Manager will ideally work in-office 3-4 days per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead our SOC 2 readiness end to end - coordinate the readiness assessment, map controls to the Trust Services Criteria, and drive the organization to audit-ready
• Own evidence collection and control documentation: access management, change management, incident response, vendor/third-party risk, and related policies and procedures
• Serve as the central point of contact for our external auditors and internal control owners, keeping the audit timeline on track
• Track remediation items to closure, surfacing gaps and risks early rather than at the deadline
• Build and manage project plans, timelines, milestones, and dependencies in Asana
• Partner with IT, Security, Finance, HR, Operations, and Leadership to move technical and compliance work forward
• Act as a key connector between the Strongpoint platform team and affiliate partners on shared systems and controls
• Create concise updates and materials for senior leadership on audit progress, IT initiatives, and risk
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• 3-5 years of project management experience, spanning IT, security, or compliance initiatives
• Direct exposure to SOC 2, or comparable audit/compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, HITRUST, NIST), and a working understanding of IT controls
• Strong project management and execution skills across multiple technical workstreams
• Ability to translate between technical teams, auditors, and business leaders
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with high discretion around sensitive information
• High level of ownership and follow-through; thrives in ambiguity and brings calm, structure, and momentum

Preferred Qualifications:

This is not a passive PM role. You'll lead one of the most visible initiatives in the company and have the trust, access, and influence to shape how a growing organization builds its security and compliance foundation. If you're someone who naturally steps in, figures things out, and gets things done, we want to meet you.

Pay Transparency Statement:
The anticipated pay range for this position is $90,000-$110,000 annually.

At Strongpoint Partners, our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum base pay for the posted position applicable to all locations across the US. Within the posted salary range, individual pay is determined by the geographic location, job related skills, experience, education, and certifications. Our total compensation package includes base pay plus a comprehensive benefits program.

Our Value-Driven Employee Experience:

• Flexible Workplace – Hybrid and remote options available for many roles.
• Flexible PTO – Competitive paid time off, including flexible & unlimited options.
• Inclusive Environment – A culture that values diversity, collaboration, and respect.
• Growth Opportunities – Support for ongoing learning and career development.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Workplace Perks – Incentive bonus programs, flexible hours, & more.

**Specific benefits and programs may vary by partner and position.