IT Project Manager - Cyber Security
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IT Project Manager Cyber Security Projects Location: Toronto, ON
Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid — 2–3 days in office per week (Monday or Tuesday, with Friday as a potential third day); subject to change
Contract Details Position Type: Contract Contract Duration: 12 months (with potential for extension or conversion to FTE) Pay Rate: C$80.00–C$85.00 / Hour (CAD) Shift / Schedule: 37.5 hours/week, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday Overtime: Overtime may be available on weekends and evenings depending on project phase; requires Hiring Manager approval
Job Summary The main function of an IT Project Manager is to oversee the application of project management methodology during all phases of the project cycle, with responsibilities that include project design, scope management, cost control, quality and performance reporting. This role sits within the centralized PMO delivering all infrastructure-related projects across the bank, supporting all lines of business. The team specifically focuses on security-related projects, including cybersecurity, corporate security, and end user security. The contractor will manage cybersecurity projects across multiple sub-streams simultaneously, collaborating daily with security and infrastructure engineering teams, intake and solution design teams, business sponsors and business leads, and third-party vendors.
Key Responsibilities Define test plans and ensure that products are defect free before User Acceptance Testing. Develop, track and manage project budget, project plans, timelines and scope. Effectively oversee project staff (direct reports, matrixed reports, contractors, and interns), delegating work to appropriate leads. Efficiently communicate to stakeholders to manage expectations and project progress. Ensure appropriate systems development and project management processes are being utilized. Ensure that necessary risk assessments are continually reviewed and monitored and proactively addressed in a timely fashion. Facilitate the User Acceptance Testing process, developing rollout plans and procedures. Lead teams of developers in the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet business needs. Make presentations to steering committees or project sponsors. Manage medium to large scale projects working collaboratively with business stakeholders, vendors, and technical resources. Manage project resources including procuring project staff, developing, motivating, coaching and advising. Partner closely with other members of functional project teams to define business requirements. Prepare and present cost-benefit analyses. Successfully plan, execute, control and close projects against defined scope and budget using established procedures and policies.
Required Skills IT Project Manager experience — 8 years Strong project budget management background — 8 years Infrastructure project management experience — 8 years Experience managing waterfall/Agile projects — 8 years Experience with SharePoint, Jira, and Confluence — 5 years Experience facilitating Scrum ceremonies — 5 years Experience with cyber security project delivery — 3 years Strong experience with project governance Strong communication skills Strong stakeholder management experience Ability to present to VP/SVP level executives Proven project management experience People management and team building skills Demonstrated ability to be flexible/adaptable in exercising judgment in a changing environment and to manage competing priorities Proven ability to learn business processes quickly and to work well with business partners at different levels within the organization Strong ability to assess risk and apply management principles to technology applications/products and business functions Experience delivering technology and business application solutions in a large-scale, multi-platform systems environment Extensive practical experience and knowledge with techniques for planning, organizing, and monitoring multiple IT projects simultaneously
Preferred Skills PMP Certification Familiarity with ServiceNow for ITSM Working knowledge of security and cloud technologies Prior experience using Planview or Clarity as a Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tool Cyber security technologies certification or working towards certification
Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering, or related field required MBA or other related advanced degree preferred PMP or PMI certification (preferred)
Required Experience 8–10 years of overall IT project management experience 5–7 years of experience as noted in qualifications
Important Notes Disqualifiers: Candidates with purely business project management backgrounds, no infrastructure project management experience, or lack of exposure to technical/security environments will not be considered. Interview Process: 1 in-person interview.
About the Client Industry: Financial Services & Banking. This organization is a large, full-service multinational financial institution offering a comprehensive range of banking, wealth management, and capital markets products and services to individuals, businesses, and institutional clients. It serves millions of clients across its home market and operates internationally, with significant commercial and investment banking presence in the United States and other global markets.
Culturally, the organization has made meaningful commitments to inclusion and diversity — with employee-led resource groups, active diversity hiring goals, and a stated aim to recognize and celebrate the full spectrum of employee identities and experiences. Recognition programs are well-developed, with structured frameworks for celebrating milestones, daily contributions, and career achievements. The institution is described as collaborative and generally professional in its day-to-day culture.
For job seekers, this is an organization that offers stability, a well-developed training framework, and genuine opportunities for career development — particularly for early-career professionals entering financial services. The onboarding experience is considered thorough, and many employees note that managers take proper breaks and leave-time seriously. Compensation is competitive, and benefits — including health coverage, wellness programming, and some performance bonuses — are well regarded.
Hybrid and remote work arrangements are available for many roles, adding flexibility. This is a strong fit for individuals seeking stability and structured career growth in a major financial institution with a collaborative, purpose-driven culture.
About GTT GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number: 26-07912
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