IT Project Manager III

Duration: initial 12-month contract

Pay: $44-49/hrThe IT Project Manager is responsible for leading cybersecurity projects from initiation through completion, ensuring deliverables are achieved within established scope, timelines, and budgets. The Project Manager oversees project execution, stakeholder communication, risk mitigation, and quality assurance to support successful project delivery.

Project Planning & Execution: Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, and resource allocations. Lead cross-functional teams in the delivery of IT and cybersecurity initiatives. Track project progress, manage dependencies, and adjust plans to address changing priorities or project requirements. Ensure projects are delivered within approved scope, timelines, and budgets.

Team Coordination & Leadership: Provide direction and oversight to project team members throughout the project lifecycle. Coordinate activities across internal teams, contractors, and external consultants. Promote collaboration, accountability, and effective communication among project stakeholders. Provide coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to support team effectiveness.

Stakeholder Management: Communicate project status, milestones, risks, and issues to stakeholders and leadership. Maintain alignment between project objectives, business requirements, and organizational priorities. Manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate timely resolution of issues that could impact delivery. Coordinate decision-making and ensure project updates are communicated to relevant parties.

Quality Assurance & Risk Management: Monitor project deliverables to ensure quality standards and business requirements are met. Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks using established procedures and best practices. Track project issues and implement corrective actions to minimize disruptions. Ensure project activities align with internal policies, security requirements, and applicable industry standards.

Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in IT project management, including project planning, execution, and delivery. Working knowledge of project management methodologies, processes, and tools. Ability to analyze complex problems, assess risks, and develop practical solutions. Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.