Overview
On Site
USD 250,000.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Data Processing
Accountability
Estimating
Stakeholder Management
Communication Planning
Critical Thinking
Risk Management
Project Scoping
Change Control
Change Request Management
Staff Management
Project Delivery
Teamwork
Financial Services
Project Management
Cyber Security
Identity Management
Authentication
Authorization
Data Security
Security Operations
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Communication
Articulate
Writing
Organizational Skills
Analytical Skill
Financial Management
Management
Budget
Agile
Scrum
Waterfall
Capacity Management
Project Planning
Microsoft Azure
DevOps
ADO
CA Clarity
Project Finance
Status Reports
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Power BI
Tableau
Reporting
Analytics
MBA
PMP
SAP BASIS
Law
IT Service Management
Innovation
Collaboration
Recruiting
Insurance
Finance
Professional Development
Training
Leadership
CompTIA
Customer Service
Career Counseling
Oracle Application Express
Apex
Job Details
Job#: 2082106
Job Description:
Job Description: Role Description
Northern Trust seeks a Cybersecurity Project Manager to drive execution of strategic cybersecurity projects in support of one or more of our key cybersecurity control areas: Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), Identity Authentication and Authorization (IAA), and Data Protection (DP.) This role is accountable for successful project delivery of highly visible, mission-critical projects.
Major Duties
Project Delivery:
Lead global teams consisting of technical and non-technical employees and consultants to drive successful execution of strategic cybersecurity projects and programs.
Partner with key business and technology stakeholders to define expected project benefits and outcomes and ensure successful achievement through project completion.
Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful project completion.
Develop project schedules including effort estimates and task sequences and assignments and ensure they are adhered to; ensure projects are optimally sequenced and coordinated for efficiency.
Lead resolution of conflicts or escalations in support of project or program delivery.
Create and submit project/program status reports that are accurate and comply with team guidelines.
Establish and maintain project artifact repository; review project deliverables to ensure quality and ensure project adheres to internal software delivery methodology.
Communication and Stakeholder Management:
Develop project charters; develop and execute project communication plans.
Facilitate engagement with cross-impacted technology and business stakeholders.
Identify and execute approaches to resolve complex problems through critical thinking
Change/Risk Management
Define and document project scope and ensure scope alignment to project objectives and goals.
Perform and follow project change control procedures for scope, resources, and financials where required.
Ensure adherence to technology Change Management requirements and procedures or system implementations.
Financial Management
Oversee financial management and performance for projects including:
developing and/or managing project-specific capital and expense budgets including all financial form submissions required by internal finance teams
preparing and submitting timely monthly forecasts (i.e., Clarity PPM)
proactively analyzing and managing monthly budget variance
optimizing spend for assigned projects
participation in annual budget planning
Staff Management
Identify project resource needs and work with leadership to ensure staffing requirements are met
Manage project resources to deliver tasks, optimize resource utilization and resolve conflicts.
Provide constructive performance feedback regarding staff performance to leadership and line managers.
Foster a supportive project delivery environment that encourages participation, teamwork, and collaboration.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required:
A successful candidate for the role will have at least 10 years of overall experience including in Financial Services industry, with at least 5 years' experience leading and managing high-visibility technology projects. Additionally, the candidate will posses:
Cybersecurity Project Management Experience - leading and driving execution of cybersecurity projects related to Identity & Access Management (i.e., Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), Identity Authentication and Authorization (IAA)), Data Protection, Security Operations, or Attack Surface Management.
Organizational Savvy - experience working within a matrixed organization to drive delivery of complex projects involving multiple disciplines.
Problem Solving Skills - ability to handle ambiguous or complex issues including ability to identify creative resolution paths and gaining necessary alignment and support from leadership and stakeholders to bring to resolution.
Superior Communication Skills- ability to articulate ideas and information verbally and in writing for varying audiences.
Initiative - evidence that they take initiative at suggesting improvements and anticipating the needs of leadership, program stakeholders and team members.
Organizational Skills - able to handle multiple simultaneous work deliverables and prioritize them accordingly.
Delivery Mindset - has a delivery mindset with a bias for action, curiosity to learn, challenge, and enhance processes.
Expert Analytical Skills - able to assemble data and analyze patterns, trends and draw conclusions and recommendations; rely on data to guide decisions.
Financial Management Experience - managing project budgets up between $250K to $3M and comprised of internal and external labor.
Knowledge of and experience working in software delivery lifecycle methodologies (e.g., Agile/ Scrum, Waterfall, etc.)
Experience in demand & capacity management
Proficiency with:
Project planning tools such as: MS Project, Azure DevOps (ADO) Boards, or similar
Clarity PPM for project financial and status reporting (or similar)
Collaboration tools such as: Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), MS Teams
Reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar data reporting and analytics tools.
A College or University degree; MBA or relevant advance degree a plus.
Current PMP certification strongly preferred, but not required.
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 or .
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 or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
Job Description: Role Description
Northern Trust seeks a Cybersecurity Project Manager to drive execution of strategic cybersecurity projects in support of one or more of our key cybersecurity control areas: Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), Identity Authentication and Authorization (IAA), and Data Protection (DP.) This role is accountable for successful project delivery of highly visible, mission-critical projects.
Major Duties
Project Delivery:
Lead global teams consisting of technical and non-technical employees and consultants to drive successful execution of strategic cybersecurity projects and programs.
Partner with key business and technology stakeholders to define expected project benefits and outcomes and ensure successful achievement through project completion.
Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful project completion.
Develop project schedules including effort estimates and task sequences and assignments and ensure they are adhered to; ensure projects are optimally sequenced and coordinated for efficiency.
Lead resolution of conflicts or escalations in support of project or program delivery.
Create and submit project/program status reports that are accurate and comply with team guidelines.
Establish and maintain project artifact repository; review project deliverables to ensure quality and ensure project adheres to internal software delivery methodology.
Communication and Stakeholder Management:
Develop project charters; develop and execute project communication plans.
Facilitate engagement with cross-impacted technology and business stakeholders.
Identify and execute approaches to resolve complex problems through critical thinking
Change/Risk Management
Define and document project scope and ensure scope alignment to project objectives and goals.
Perform and follow project change control procedures for scope, resources, and financials where required.
Ensure adherence to technology Change Management requirements and procedures or system implementations.
Financial Management
Oversee financial management and performance for projects including:
developing and/or managing project-specific capital and expense budgets including all financial form submissions required by internal finance teams
preparing and submitting timely monthly forecasts (i.e., Clarity PPM)
proactively analyzing and managing monthly budget variance
optimizing spend for assigned projects
participation in annual budget planning
Staff Management
Identify project resource needs and work with leadership to ensure staffing requirements are met
Manage project resources to deliver tasks, optimize resource utilization and resolve conflicts.
Provide constructive performance feedback regarding staff performance to leadership and line managers.
Foster a supportive project delivery environment that encourages participation, teamwork, and collaboration.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required:
A successful candidate for the role will have at least 10 years of overall experience including in Financial Services industry, with at least 5 years' experience leading and managing high-visibility technology projects. Additionally, the candidate will posses:
Cybersecurity Project Management Experience - leading and driving execution of cybersecurity projects related to Identity & Access Management (i.e., Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), Identity Authentication and Authorization (IAA)), Data Protection, Security Operations, or Attack Surface Management.
Organizational Savvy - experience working within a matrixed organization to drive delivery of complex projects involving multiple disciplines.
Problem Solving Skills - ability to handle ambiguous or complex issues including ability to identify creative resolution paths and gaining necessary alignment and support from leadership and stakeholders to bring to resolution.
Superior Communication Skills- ability to articulate ideas and information verbally and in writing for varying audiences.
Initiative - evidence that they take initiative at suggesting improvements and anticipating the needs of leadership, program stakeholders and team members.
Organizational Skills - able to handle multiple simultaneous work deliverables and prioritize them accordingly.
Delivery Mindset - has a delivery mindset with a bias for action, curiosity to learn, challenge, and enhance processes.
Expert Analytical Skills - able to assemble data and analyze patterns, trends and draw conclusions and recommendations; rely on data to guide decisions.
Financial Management Experience - managing project budgets up between $250K to $3M and comprised of internal and external labor.
Knowledge of and experience working in software delivery lifecycle methodologies (e.g., Agile/ Scrum, Waterfall, etc.)
Experience in demand & capacity management
Proficiency with:
Project planning tools such as: MS Project, Azure DevOps (ADO) Boards, or similar
Clarity PPM for project financial and status reporting (or similar)
Collaboration tools such as: Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), MS Teams
Reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar data reporting and analytics tools.
A College or University degree; MBA or relevant advance degree a plus.
Current PMP certification strongly preferred, but not required.
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 or .
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 or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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