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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Defense Program Operations Lead (Principal) - WFH - **Company:** HCSC, L.P. - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $146,700.0 - $272,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Cyber Warfare - **Published:** August 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.chicagocareersite.com/job.asp?id=3355957816&tx=UT5753TTI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree and 8-10+ years of experience in Information Security, Cyber Defense, Technology Operations, or strategic program leadership (or equivalent experience) * Demonstrated experience operating at a principal or senior-advisor level within complex, matrixed organizations * Strong program execution, operational management, and planning capabilities * Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive outcomes without formal authority * Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level synthesis * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills * Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced operational environment, * Experience supporting cyber defense, security operations, incident response, or threat-focused organizations * Familiarity with NIST CSF, cyber defense operating models, or security program maturity frameworks * Experience developing operational metrics and executive reporting * Experience in program operations, enterprise execution leadership, or strategy execution roles #LI-BS1 ## Description The Cyber Defense Program Operations Lead serves as the operational and execution partner to the Executive Director of Cyber Defense & Investigations (CD&I). This role is responsible for driving operational rigor, execution discipline, planning cadence, and cross domain alignment across the Cyber Defense & Investigations organization. This position ensures CD&I initiatives, priorities, and investments are executed consistently; dependencies are actively managed; delivery risks are surfaced early; and leadership is equipped with accurate, timely insights to support effective decision making. The role does not directly manage staff but exercises broad influence across operational, engineering, and investigative teams., Join our talent community and receive the latest HCSC news, content, and be first in line for new job opportunities. Join our Talent Community. (https://hcsc.recsolu.com/app/collect/form/pmPA8v_eHgqFiDb2AuRTqQ) For more than 80 years, HCSC has been dedicated to expanding access to high-quality, cost-effective health care and equipping our members with information and tools to make the best health care decisions for themselves and their families. As an industry leader, HCSC also has been helping to make the health care system work better for all Americans. To remain a leader, we offer compelling careers that encourage resourcefulness, strategic thought and empower you to make a difference in the lives of our members and their communities. Today, with the industry at an important crossroad, HCSC is reimagining health care and looking for original thinkers who aren't afraid to make innovative contributions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Learn more about HCSC, our commitment to our members and the opportunity you'll have to improve health care delivery in an open, collaborative environment. HCSC is committed to diversity in the workplace and to providing equal opportunity to employees and applicants. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need an accommodation or assistance in either using the Careers website or completing the application process, you can call us at 1-866-977-7378 to request reasonable accommodations. Please note that only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned. All applications, including resumes, must be submitted through HCSC's Career website on-line application process. If you have general questions regarding the status of an existing application, navigate to "candidate home" to view your job submissions. 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