What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cyber Security Project Manager position at Trident Consulting?
Trident Consulting is seeking a "Cyber Security Project Manager" for one of our clients.
Job title: Cyber Security Project Manager
Location: Chicago, IL
Job Type: Contract
Work Flexibility: Hybrid
Pay Rate: $60 to $70
Role Overview:
Client is seeking experienced Cybersecurity Project Managers to lead strategic initiatives across key cybersecurity domains including:
- Privileged Access Management (PAM)
- Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)
- Identity Authentication and Authorization (IAA)
- Data Protection (DP)
Key Responsibilities:
Project Delivery
- Lead global cross-functional teams (technical & non-technical)
- Define project benefits and ensure successful outcomes
- Manage risks, issues, dependencies, and schedules
- Resolve conflicts and escalate as needed
- Maintain project artifacts and ensure quality deliverables
Communication & Stakeholder Management
- Develop charters and communication plans
- Engage with business and technology stakeholders
- Apply critical thinking to resolve complex issues
Change & Risk Management
- Define/document scope and manage change controls
- Ensure compliance with change management procedures
Financial Management
- Manage budgets ($250K–$3M), forecasts, and variance analysis
- Optimize spend and participate in annual planning
Staff Management
- Identify and manage project resource needs
- Provide performance feedback and foster collaboration
Required Skills & Experience:
- 10 years total experience, including 5 years in tech project management (preferably in Financial Services)
- Proven experience in Cybersecurity Project Management (IAM, PAM, IGA, IAA, DP, Security Ops)
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Experience in matrixed environments and stakeholder engagement
- Delivery-focused mindset with strong analytical skills
Proficiency in:
- MS Project, Azure DevOps (ADO)
- Clarity PPM
- Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
- PowerBI, Tableau
- Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies
- Experience in demand & capacity management
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
Certifications: PMP strongly preferred
About Trident:
Trident Consulting is a premier IT staffing firm providing high-impact workforce solutions to Fortune 500 and mid-market clients. Since 2005, we've specialized in sourcing elite technology and engineering talent for contract, direct hire, and managed services roles. Our expertise spans cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and data analytics, supported by a 3M candidate database and a 78% fill ratio. With a highly engaged leadership team and a reputation for delivering hard-to-fill, niche talent, we help organizations build agile, high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success.
Some of our recent awards include:
Trailblazer Women Award 2025 by Consulate General of India in San Francisco.
Ranked as the #1 Women Owned Business Enterprise in the large category by ITServe.
Received the TechServe Excellence award.
Consistently ranked in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America
Recognized in the SF Business Times as one of the Largest Bay Area BIPOC/Minority-Owned Businesses in 2022.
Salary : $60 - $70
