[Remote] Project Manager 2 IT Risk And Security
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TEKsystems is seeking an IT Security Project Manager II to support their Alaska-based client. The role involves managing enterprise-level security initiatives, coordinating critical cybersecurity projects, and ensuring compliance with security standards while collaborating with technical teams and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Support planning and execution of security-focused projects and initiatives
- Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and documentation
- Track milestones, risks, and dependencies; escalate when needed
- Coordinate across teams to ensure on-time delivery of project tasks
- Assist with project meetings, updates, and reporting
- Ensure projects align with security requirements and best practices
- Partner with technical teams to integrate cybersecurity controls into deliverables
- Monitor project scope, schedules, and budgets, identifying any gaps or variances
- Provide regular updates to stakeholders and leadership
- Build strong working relationships across technical and business teams
- Collaborate with senior project/program managers on cross-initiative alignment
- Assist with documentation, reporting, and process improvements
- Contribute to standard project templates and methodologies
- Support audit readiness and basic compliance tracking
- Coordinate with vendors and contractors on deliverables
- Contribute to a collaborative, solutions-oriented team culture
Skills
- 2-5 years of project management experience (IT or cybersecurity preferred)
- Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)
- Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities
- Basic understanding of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SOC)
- Exposure to risk, compliance, or security-related initiatives
- Experience with tools such as Jira, MS Project, or Smartsheet
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
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