Horizontal Talent
Horizontal Talent

Sr. IT Project Lead

Maplewood, MN, US • Posted 18 hours ago • Updated 6 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
USD $49.00 - 85.00 per hour
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Skills

  • Security Controls
  • Management
  • Project Management
  • Risk Assessment
  • Risk Management
  • Attention To Detail
  • Communication
  • Stakeholder Management
  • CISSP
  • CISM
  • CISA
  • ISACA
  • Information Technology
  • Cyber Security
  • Project Coordination
  • Collaboration
  • Artificial Intelligence
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Summary

We're looking for a skilled Sr. IT Project Lead to support third-party cybersecurity risk management efforts on a 4-month engagement. This role is ideal for someone who can confidently lead risk assessments, coordinate remediation activities, and help strengthen security controls across internal teams and external partners.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct third-party cybersecurity risk assessments and reassessments in alignment with established procedures.
  • Lead the coordination of assessment activities, including follow-up on findings and remediation plans.
  • Partner with third parties and internal business teams to help ensure control gaps are addressed by required deadlines.
  • Support the management of risk-related issues through clear communication, organization, and proactive tracking.
  • Contribute subject matter expertise and best-practice guidance within the working group.
Skills
  • 8-10 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity, risk management, IT project leadership, or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of third-party risk assessment practices and remediation tracking.
  • Experience working with OneTrust or similar risk management tools.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal direction while maintaining strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
  • One of the following preferred credentials: CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CRISC.
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related area, or an equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience.
Preferred Skills
  • Hands-on experience supporting third-party cybersecurity risk programs.
  • Background in security-focused project coordination or governance activities.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across business units and external partners.
  • Experience sharing knowledge and contributing to team best practices.

Horizontal is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment where people of all backgrounds can thrive. We value diverse perspectives and encourage candidates with a range of experiences to apply.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $49 - $85 per hour based on qualifications and experience.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 10123528
  • Position Id: 76134
  • Posted 18 hours ago

Company Info

About Horizontal Talent

Horizontal Integration offers two service lines. Our staffing agency places IT, digital and creative talent in both contract and permanent roles. Our digital agency provides digital marketing strategy and technology consulting on a project basis. Many of our clients take advantage of both service lines.

We are a certified Minority Business Enterprise, with more than 200 employees across our offices in Minneapolis, Denver, Dallas and Vadodara, India. We ve been consistently growing and profitable since the company was founded in 2003.

Honors:
Recognized as a "2009 Best Place to Work" by Minneapolis/St.Paul Business Journal.

Fact:
Our people and our organization are deeply rooted in IT and interactive marketing.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us. All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

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