Job Description :
I am looking for a senior PM with a heavy security background.
Location: Chicago
Duration: 12 months
Interview: 2 phones and 1 mandatory face to face
Visa: OPEN
MUST HAVE: PMP, CISSP certifications
MUST BE LOCAL-
The Information Security Project Manager
In this role he/she will be focused on managing the entire lifecycle of multiple security initiatives in both a portfolio and project manager. As a key individual of the team, this person will be tasked to create the vision and drive a best in class security environment.
General Responsibilities
· · Must be able to direct, coordinate, and oversee a range of security initiatives
· · Strong knowledge of information security concepts and technologies
Ø Defense in Depth
Ø Identity & Access Management Ø Multi-Factor Authentication
Ø Vulnerability Management
· · Responsible for the overall management of the security portfolio (assisting with strategy, procurement, and overall direction of the program)
· · Focused on the delivery initially of multiple high visibility projects: scope, schedule, planning, budget, and execution
· · Continuously evaluating, challenging and conceptualizing security solutions to improve the security posture
· · Key focus on agile deployments and ability to translate that to the team (i.e. Use of Atlassian)
· · Ability to translate complex security topics/technologies for executive consumption
· · Work side by side with technical security team for overall strategy
Required Skills
· · 7+ years of Project Management. PMP is highly desirable.
· · 5+ years of security experience. CISSP is a nice to have
· · Strong understanding of both security and network fundamentals and protocols
· · Proficient in visualization of tasks/timelines
· · Proficient with Agile
· · Familiarity with Identify and Access Management solutions relative to Multi-factor
authentication, Entitlement Management, Authentication, Authorization, etc.
· · Excellent verbal and written communications skills
· · Strong team player, but can work independently when required
· · Financial Services or Security industry experience is a plus