Cyber Security Project Manager

Key Details

Compensation: $70-$80 per hour

Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits including medical, dental and vision.

Location: Chicago, IL

Work Model: Hybrid (3 days per week onsite in Chicago)

LaSalle Network is partnering with a global law firm to identify a Security Project Manager who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys driving complex cybersecurity initiatives from planning through execution. This contract opportunity offers the chance to work alongside an established Security & Risk PMO, supporting projects that strengthen and protect a world-class technology environment.

This role is ideal for a Security Project Manager who excels at organization, communication and stakeholder management. You'll lead multiple security initiatives, collaborate with technical and business teams and ensure projects remain on schedule while delivering measurable business value.

What's the job?

Lead end-to-end cybersecurity project delivery within the Security & Risk portfolio

Manage project plans, timelines, budgets and executive communications

Coordinate security governance initiatives and enterprise security programs

Drive projects focused on desktop and server security improvements

Support a large-scale CrowdStrike platform implementation

Manage application allow-listing initiatives to strengthen endpoint security

Partner with technical teams and business stakeholders to remove roadblocks and maintain project momentum

Facilitate project meetings, status updates, risk management and documentation

Ensure projects align with established PMO methodologies and governance standards

What's needed?

Proven experience as a Project Manager leading cybersecurity initiatives

Experience managing security governance or enterprise security projects

General Counsel or legal stakeholder exposure required for candidates outside the legal industry

Strong project planning, scheduling and executive communication skills

Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and risk management abilities

Experience working within structured PMO environments utilizing primarily waterfall methodologies

Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality delivery

Technical curiosity with the ability to partner effectively with engineering and security teams without serving as a technical expert

If you're a Security Project Manager looking to lead meaningful cybersecurity initiatives while partnering with executive stakeholders in a collaborative and high-performing environment, we encourage you to apply today.

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LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided.

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Cyber Security Project Manager

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