Security Manager

Description

We are looking for a Security Manager to lead security compliance and risk oversight for a long-term contract opportunity based in Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for a leader who can guide control assessments, strengthen governance practices, and support audit readiness across a complex enterprise environment. The successful candidate will combine hands-on knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks with the ability to manage teams, advise stakeholders, and improve security program maturity.

Responsibilities:
Lead security governance and compliance activities, including oversight of IT general controls and alignment with established regulatory and organizational standards.
Direct and develop a team of security professionals, setting priorities, reviewing performance, and ensuring consistent execution across core security initiatives.
Partner with internal stakeholders and external auditors to coordinate assessments, address findings, and maintain readiness for recurring audit activity.
Evaluate enterprise and third-party risk exposures, recommend mitigation strategies, and help strengthen risk management practices across the organization.
Support the advancement of security programs by assessing control maturity, identifying gaps, and driving practical improvements in policy, process, and oversight.
Provide guidance on industry frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, and FedRAMP to help align security operations with broader compliance objectives.
Collaborate with technical teams across cybersecurity, application security, network security, and SIEM functions to ensure controls are appropriately designed and monitored.
Contribute to emerging governance initiatives, including areas related to AI risk and oversight, where applicable.

Requirements

Required certification in the relevant organizational compliance framework.
Strong experience with IT general controls and compliance program execution in a regulated or controlled environment.
Proven success working within established or developing security and compliance programs.
Prior experience supporting or conducting external audits.
Demonstrated people leadership experience, including direct management of five or more team members.
Working knowledge of enterprise risk management and third-party risk management practices.
Big Four consulting or audit experience is preferred.
Familiarity with frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, and FedRAMP, with exposure to AI governance considered a plus.

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