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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Security Project Manager - CISO Portfolio Management (Information Security) - **Company:** Kemper Corporation - **Location:** Downers Grove, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $129,500.0 - $215,700.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Information Systems, RAID, Identity and Access Management, Software Security, Information Technology - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3375501181&tx=KP4545FFL&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 Leads complex cybersecurity and information security initiatives from strategy through implementation and operational acceptance within the company's Agile/SAFe operating model. This is a security delivery leadership role, the incumbent must combine disciplined Agile/SAFe program execution with credible cybersecurity fluency, risk and control judgment, and the ability to drive accountable decisions across technical, business, risk, and third-party stakeholders., * 10+ years of progressive technology/security program delivery experience, including substantial experience leading complex cybersecurity or highly technical risk programs at enterprise scale and demonstrated delivery within Agile/SAFe environments. Equivalent depth of experience will be considered. * Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, Risk Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience. * Deep working knowledge of multiple cybersecurity domains and the technical dependencies that shape security implementations. * Required hands-on experience operating in Agile/SAFe environments, including Program Increment planning, backlog and dependency management, Agile ceremonies, cross-team coordination, delivery metrics, and iterative value delivery. * Demonstrated delivery of complex security or highly technical risk programs. * Strong knowledge of cybersecurity risk, security control objectives, technology implementation risk, and control-readiness concepts. * Experience managing programs with regulatory, audit, control, or operational-resilience implications. * Strong command of program/project governance, integrated planning, dependency management, RAID management, financial tracking, vendor management, change management, testing, and operational transition. * Understanding of common security frameworks and control environments sufficient to manage security program dependencies and evidence requirements. * Ability to translate technical security conditions into business impact, risk decisions, priorities, and executive-level communications. * Director-level ownership, judgment, and accountability for outcomes. * Ability to lead through Agile/SAFe ways of working, including servant leadership, facilitation of cross-team commitments, iterative delivery, and transparent management of dependencies and impediments. * Executive communication and concise risk framing. * Independent influence across technical, business, risk, and vendor stakeholders. * Structured decision-making, negotiation, conflict resolution, and clarity in ambiguous multi-team programs. Preferred Qualifications * Prior leadership of major IAM, PAM, SOC, GRC, vulnerability/exposure, cloud security, application security, or data-protection transformations. * PMP or comparable program/project management credential. Advanced SAFe certifications (for example, SAFe Agilist, Release Train Engineer, Lean Portfolio Management, or equivalent) are preferred; practical Agile/SAFe delivery experience is required. * CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or comparable security/risk credential. * Master's degree in cybersecurity, technology management, business, or a related field; experience in regulated enterprises with executive governance, audit, or regulatory commitments. ## Description * Direct end-to-end delivery of enterprise cybersecurity programs such as identity security, GRC, SOC, vulnerability/exposure management, application security, cloud security, and data protection initiatives. * Develop and manage integrated Agile/SAFe delivery plans that connect architecture, engineering, control, testing, change, vendor, and operational-readiness activities; manage cross-team dependencies, Program Increment commitments, milestones, and readiness criteria rather than treating the program as a schedule-only exercise. * Identify and drive resolution of security, technical, control, regulatory, resource, and operational dependencies; escalate material risks with clear decision options. * Establish and operate governance forums, decision rights, Agile/SAFe ceremonies, risk/issue management, financial controls, delivery metrics, and executive reporting appropriate to Director-level accountability. * Translate between engineers, security specialists, risk and control teams, vendors, and business leaders to maintain technically accurate decisions and commitments. * Lead vendor delivery, implementation milestones, readiness, cutover, transition, and operational acceptance in partnership with Procurement and technology owners. * Drive continuous improvement in security delivery practices, portfolio transparency, and benefits realization. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [ShapeShift: Reinventing Agile for a B2B SaaS Scale-Up](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1655-shapeshift-reinventing-agile-for-a-b2b-saas-scale-up) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Less Is More: How Lagom and Agile Can Create Harmonious Workflows](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1993-less-is-more-how-lagom-and-agile-can-create-harmonious-workflows) - [Organizational Change Through The Power Of Why - DevSecOps Enablement](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/478-organizational-change-through-the-power-of-why-devsecops-enablement) ## Related Articles - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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