RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Project Manager to support a global legal organization by leading critical technology and cybersecurity initiatives. This role is responsible for managing projects from initiation through implementation and transition to operations while ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations. This is a hybrid contract role in New York NY, Tampa FL and DC.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead technology and information security projects through the full project lifecycle
* Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, milestones, dependencies, and resource plans
* Establish project governance, reporting, decision-making, and escalation processes
* Coordinate project execution across Technology, Security, Infrastructure, Cloud, Architecture, Application, and Vendor teams
* Manage project scope, risks, issues, dependencies, budgets, forecasts, and delivery timelines
* Facilitate project meetings, planning sessions, status reviews, and stakeholder communications
* Track project health and provide executive-level reporting to sponsors and leadership
* Coordinate testing, implementation readiness, training, communications, and support transitions
* Manage vendor deliverables and ensure accountability against project commitments
* Drive successful project closure, operational handoff, and lessons learned activities
Information Security Focus:
This role will primarily support projects related to:
* Authentication and Modern Identity
* Identity & Access Governance (IAG)
* Security & Compliance Platforms
* Cybersecurity and Cyber Defense Solutions
* Cloud Security Initiatives
* Security Infrastructure Enhancements
* Risk Management and Security Controls
* User Access Lifecycle Management
* Role-Based Access and Least-Privilege Initiatives
REQUIREMENTS:
* 5-8 years of experience managing technology, infrastructure, or enterprise technology projects
* Experience leading cross-functional initiatives involving technical teams and business stakeholders
* Experience working with vendors and third-party partners
* Strong understanding of project management methodologies, governance, and delivery practices
* Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities simultaneously
* Strong risk, issue, dependency, and change management skills
* Excellent written, verbal, and executive communication abilities
* Strong facilitation, organization, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to translate complex technical activities into clear project plans and stakeholder updates
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Smartsheet experience is a plus
Preferred Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred
* PMP or equivalent certification preferred
* Experience managing cybersecurity or information security initiatives
* Familiarity with identity management, access governance, cloud technologies, and cybersecurity controls
* Experience supporting workplace technology implementations, office relocations, or office buildouts is a plus
* Background working within professional services, legal, financial services, or highly regulated environments is preferred
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Experience leading enterprise technology initiatives
* Experience coordinating multiple technical teams and vendors
* Strong project management fundamentals
* Information security project exposure
* Exceptional stakeholder management skills
* Strong communication and executive reporting abilities
* Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
* Ability to drive projects without being the technical expert
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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- Dice Id: kforcecx
- Position Id: ITNRC2191280
- Posted 2 hours ago
