Senior Project Manager – IT/Security

Diversified Services Network, Inc.

Senior Project Manager managing IT security projects for an Information Security team. Leading project execution, stakeholder communication, and team collaboration in a cybersecurity context.

Posted 7/27/2026contractSpringfield • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Project Management with a focus on IT security initiatives, including risk management, audit remediation, and change management. Proficient in developing project plans, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring adherence to EPMO standards.

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Project ManagementIT Security InitiativesMicrosoft ProjectServiceNow SPMAudit Remediation

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementRisk ManagementChange ManagementAudit RemediationTechnical DeploymentProject PlanningStakeholder CommunicationTask ManagementEPMO StandardsCompliance

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationStakeholder ManagementProblem SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectServiceNow SPMMicrosoft Office Suite

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityProject GovernanceProject Charter DevelopmentTechnical Concepts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Actively lead and manage projects end-to-end, ensuring timely and successful delivery
Track project status, monitor progress, and provide clear updates to stakeholders
Identify, escalate, and resolve issues proactively
Develop a strong understanding of project scope, timelines, and dependencies
Serve as a key partner to stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor (“project manager whisperer”)
Be an integral part of the team, contributing to both planning and execution
Forecast potential risks/issues and communicate them effectively with mitigation strategies
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and timelines
Create, assign, and manage tasks across project teams
Coordinate with cross-functional teams, leadership, and stakeholders
Ensure adherence to EPMO standards, project charters, and required documentation. Coach teams on project management processes and best practices
Facilitate status meetings, reporting, and stakeholder communication
Drive audit remediation efforts, including identifying issues, defining tasks, and ensuring resolution
Support and manage change management initiatives
Oversee technical deployments, ensuring smooth execution
Collaborate closely with security teams to align priorities and execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

8 years of experience in Project Management, including 5 years leading IT security initiatives
Proven experience as a hands-on Technical Project Manager in a cybersecurity environment
Experience working within an EPMO or PMO environment, with adherence to project governance standards, charter development, and required documentation
Strong ability to manage, not just coordinate, complex projects
Experience with Microsoft Project for planning and tracking
Experience with ServiceNow SPM (Strategic Portfolio Management) module
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (required)
Strong understanding of audit remediation, risk management, and compliance
Experience managing change management and technical deployments
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to understand technical concepts and translate them into actionable plans.

Benefits

Comp & perks

- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays