Project Manager (IT) - Apex Systems

Job#: 2027626

Job Description:

The banks Cybersecurity Office (CSO) provides world-class high performing portfolio, program and project management capabilities across the Information Security (Infosec) group.
WHAT YOULL GET TO DO: Project Overview / Contractors Role
• We are looking for a Senior Project Manager who will be assigned to one or more of large book of cybersecurity projects that require project management best-practices and rigor to execute and successfully deliver on time and on budget.
• Drive hard-working global teams consisting of employees and onshore/offshore consultants from multiple vendors.
• Manage projects with teams that consist of technology engineers, solution architects, business analysts, scrum masters, and application owners.
• Partner with key business and technology stakeholders in the delivery of critical technology initiatives to meet our strategic goals.
• Responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of Infosec projects.
• Proactively identifies and mitigates risks that impact Infosec projects.
• Change agent for project management best-practices.
WHAT WE OFFER:
• The opportunity to be part of building a growing practice area within the bank
• The support of a well-established IT delivery team
• The opportunity to build and be part of a fun and collaborative culture with teams that are as passionate about their communities as they are about their stakeholders
• A contract-to-hire position
EXPERIENCE LEVEL: 3 (Senior)
WHAT WE EXPECT YOUVE ALREADY DONE: Qualifications (must haves)
• 8+ years of project/program management
> Managed projects in the Financial Services industry
• Schedule management
• Risk and issue management
• Budget and financial management
• Coordination and communication across teams
• Managed large projects using Agile/Waterfall methodologies
• Managed large projects using Azure Boards
• Earned a B.A. or B.S. degree in a business or technology field of study
THE KIND OF PEOPLE WE LOOK FOR:
• Versatile associates who thrive on variety and challenge with a Can Do attitude
• Proven leaders with strong growth and delivery track records and mindsets.
• Innate problem solvers who want to grow in a flexible, collaborative culture.
• Engaging technologists who make a positive impact.
• Candidate must be the quintessential team player and a highly skilled communicator.
• Ability to work from home and Chicago office 3xs per week
Some Alternate Expectations (Nice to Haves)
• Past Successful PM Experience at a bank
• Knowledge of the banks Paragon Project Execution Framework
• Cybersecurity PM Experience (Cybersecurity engineering experience or subject-matter expertise is not required)
• Experience working in a global, highly regulated financial institution

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.