Senior IT Project Manager – Cybersecurity & Risk Integration; Pipeline

Senior IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity & Risk Integration (Pipeline)

Job Level: W2T Consultant

Job Location: Hybrid/Travel-must be willing to travel on-site to downtown Chicago a couple days a month.

Travel Expectations: Up to 25% onsite (A few days monthly for workshops.)

Job Classification: Temporary (W2T)

Pipeline Opportunity – Future Consulting Engagements

This position is part of a pipeline requisition created to identify and engage qualified consultants for anticipated, upcoming client work. While there is not an immediate assignment available, we are actively building a pool of talent for future Senior IT Project Manager - Cybersecurity & Risk Integration to Operations needs. Candidates selected through this process may be contacted as opportunities become available.

Join Centric Consulting – A Culture You’ll Love

At Centric Consulting, we have a culture built on enjoying the people you work with, having fun, and doing great work. These principles define our consulting model and contribute to a collaborative culture.

In this role, you will:

Cybersecurity Program Oversight

• Lead cybersecurity integration initiatives across legacy and target-state environments throughout all M&A phases.
• Align and harmonize security architectures, policies, and controls between merging entities.
• Ensure secure data flows, connectivity, and system interoperability through joint planning and risk assessments.

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

• Manage IAM programs, including user provisioning, deprovisioning, and lifecycle management.
• Oversee implementation of role-based access controls (RBAC) and privileged access management (PAM).
• Ensure compliance with global identity standards and audit requirements.

Data Protection and Privacy Compliance

• Drive initiatives to enhance data protection, governance, and privacy programs across multiple regions.
• Collaborate with compliance teams to maintain adherence to GDPR, CCPA, and other regional data regulations.
• Support encryption, DLP, and data classification strategies for cross-border data transfers.

Risk Management and Mitigation

• Develop and maintain detailed risk registers and RAID logs for cybersecurity-related risks and issues.
• Implement proactive mitigation strategies and escalation processes.
• Provide risk visibility to executive sponsors through structured reporting and dashboards.

Program Planning and Reporting

• Create and manage detailed cybersecurity integration plans with defined milestones, deliverables, and stage gates.
• Track progress and report to executive leadership and steering committees.
• Drive cultural and procedural harmonization between merging organizations to foster a unified cybersecurity posture.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8+ years of experience in IT project management, with at least 4 years focused on cybersecurity programs.
• Proven experience managing cybersecurity work streams in M&A or large-scale integration environments.
• Deep understanding of IAM, network security, data protection, and regulatory compliance frameworks (GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with experience influencing cross-functional teams.
• PMP, CISSP, or CISM certification strongly preferred.

Total Rewards:

We proudly offer competitive compensation, and a comprehensive and well-rounded benefits package for full-time employees that have been designed to nourish your well-being. Benefits offered include health, dental & vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, self-managed PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, and other unique incentives that celebrate your accomplishments. We also offer access to many voluntary benefits such as Flexible Spending Accounts, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, as well as discounts on home, auto and pet insurance.

• Remote and Hybrid Work
• Time Off When You Need It
• Benefits That Flex
• Professional Development

While benefits eligibility may vary for roles that are non full-time, we provide unique opportunities for growth, skill development, and more. Regardless of your role, you’ll be part of a collaborative environment where…