Cybersecurity Lead Jobs in Illinois

Cybersecurity Lead jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, North Chicago, and Deerfield and other Illinois metros, with employers like Humana, AbbVie, and Chamberlain hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles26+
Top employerHumana
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring10
Work type62% On-site
Top industryTechnology

Showing 5 of 26+ Cybersecurity Lead jobs

Capgemini
Adobe Audience & Campaign Engineering Ops -Technical Lead
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Capgemini
New 7h ago
Adobe Audience & Campaign Engineering Ops -Technical Lead
Capgemini
Berwyn, Illinois
Technical Product & Program Management
Data Science & Analytics
Cloud & DevOps
Cybersecurity
$82k - $193k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Humana
Lead IGA Solutions Engineer
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Humana
Added 4d ago
Lead IGA Solutions Engineer
Humana
Chicago, Illinois
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Cybersecurity
Technical Program Management
$142k - $196k/yr
Remote (US)
None
10,000+

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Humana
Lead IGA Solutions Engineer
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Humana
Added 5d ago
Lead IGA Solutions Engineer
Humana
Chicago, Illinois
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Cybersecurity
Technical Program Management
$142k - $196k/yr
Remote (US)
None
10,000+

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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
DevOps & Site Reliability Lead
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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Added 1w ago
DevOps & Site Reliability Lead
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Deerfield, Illinois
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Cybersecurity
DevOps
Cloud Engineering
Security Engineering
$120k - $160k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Humana
Infrastructure Operations Lead
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Humana
Added 2w ago
Infrastructure Operations Lead
Humana
Chicago, Illinois
Cloud & DevOps
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Cybersecurity
Cloud Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
DevOps
Technical Program Management
$142k - $196k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Cybersecurity Lead Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
12 jobs
North Chicago
4 jobs
Deerfield
2 jobs
Oak Brook
2 jobs
Berwyn
1 jobs
Champaign
1 jobs
Downers Grove
1 jobs
Hoffman Estates
1 jobs
Lombard
1 jobs

Cybersecurity Lead Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Humana
    Humana3
  • AbbVie
    AbbVie2
  • Chamberlain
    Chamberlain2
  • Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago
    Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago2
  • Rush University Medical Center
    Rush University Medical Center2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software5
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals4
  • Banking & Financial Services3
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Healthcare & Medical Services3

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in cybersecurity lead jobs across Illinois.

  • Seven or more years of progressive cybersecurity experience with at least two in a leadership role
  • Hands-on proficiency with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
  • Active CISSP, CISM, or equivalent enterprise security certification
  • Experience developing and maintaining security policies aligned to NIST, ISO 27001, or SOC 2 frameworks
  • Proven ability to lead incident response efforts and manage post-incident reviews
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a closely related field

Cybersecurity Lead Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many cybersecurity lead jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 26+ cybersecurity lead openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, North Chicago, and Deerfield. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do cybersecurity leads make in Illinois?

Cybersecurity leads in Illinois earn a median of about $124,180 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,760 for the lowest 10% to over $172,830 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most cybersecurity lead jobs?

Chicago, North Chicago, and Deerfield have the most cybersecurity lead openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire cybersecurity leads in Illinois?

Employers hiring cybersecurity leads in Illinois include Humana, AbbVie, and Chamberlain, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote cybersecurity lead jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 38% of cybersecurity lead openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for cybersecurity lead jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to cybersecurity lead jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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