Cybersecurity Manager Jobs in Illinois

Cybersecurity Manager jobs in Illinois are active and competitive, with strong demand concentrated in financial services, healthcare, defense contracting, and enterprise technology sectors and openings at every level from team lead through senior director. The heaviest hiring is in Chicago, Schaumburg, and Lisle, where large employers like Allstate, Discover Financial, and Northrop Grumman maintain significant Illinois operations. The most sought-after specialties include cloud security, risk and compliance, and security operations center leadership. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles17
Top employerAccenture
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring7
Work type43% Hybrid
Top industryFood

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Baker Tilly Canada
IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Manager
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IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Manager
Baker Tilly Canada
Chicago, Illinois
Compliance & Legal
Cybersecurity
Finance
Accounting
IT Support & Systems Administration
Compliance & Risk
Audit
IT Support
Security Engineering
$108k - $190k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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EY
Cybersecurity - TVM - SIEM/SOAR - Senior Manager - Location OPEN
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EY
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Cybersecurity - TVM - SIEM/SOAR - Senior Manager - Location OPEN
EY
Chicago, Illinois
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$205k - $443k/yr
Bachelor's degree in management information systems
10,000+

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Cybersecurity Task Order Project Manager
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Cybersecurity Task Order Project Manager
PCI Professional Services LLC
Scott AFB, Illinois
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$150k - $170k/yr
Bachelor's degree

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Accenture
OT Cybersecurity Senior Manager
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Accenture
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OT Cybersecurity Senior Manager
Accenture
Chicago, Illinois
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Growth Marketing
$123k - $338k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in business
10,000+

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Logic, Inc.
OT Cybersecurity Senior Manager
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Logic, Inc.
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OT Cybersecurity Senior Manager
Logic, Inc.
Chicago, Illinois
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$123k - $338k/yr
Master's degree in business
11-50

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Cybersecurity Manager Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Rosemont
1 job
Oak Brook
1 job
Scott AFB
1 job
Schaumburg
1 job
Des Plaines
1 job
Streeterville
1 job

Cybersecurity Manager Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

Accenture
Accenture2 open roles
EY
EY1 open role
BDO
BDO1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Food & Beverage
  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

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

  • Seven or more years of combined cybersecurity and team leadership experience
  • CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification recognized by Illinois enterprise employers
  • Demonstrated experience managing security operations, incident response, or risk programs
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a closely related field
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks relevant to Illinois industries such as GLBA, HIPAA, and DFARS
  • Experience with cloud security platforms and hybrid infrastructure environments

Cybersecurity Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a cybersecurity manager in Illinois?

The most direct path is combining a bachelor's degree in computer science or information security with several years of hands-on security work before moving into management. Illinois does not require a state-issued license to work as a cybersecurity manager, but employers here consistently expect a certification such as CISSP or CISM. Many Illinois candidates build toward management through analyst or engineer roles at larger Chicago-area firms or through defense contractor environments in the northwest suburbs.

How much do cybersecurity managers make in Illinois?

Cybersecurity managers 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 companies hire cybersecurity managers in Illinois?

Employers hiring cybersecurity managers in Illinois right now include Accenture, EY, and BDO, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's concentration of financial institutions, insurance companies, and federal defense contractors means hiring tends to be steady and less seasonal than in other industries.

Which Illinois cities have the most cybersecurity manager jobs?

The cities with the most cybersecurity manager openings in Illinois are Chicago, Rosemont, and Oak Brook. Chicago dominates because of its density of financial services headquarters, major health systems, and enterprise technology firms, while suburban hubs like Schaumburg and Lisle draw openings from large insurance companies and defense contractors that base their Midwest operations there rather than in the city.

Are there remote cybersecurity manager jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 71% of cybersecurity manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the analytical and strategic nature of the role. The parts of the work most likely to stay remote are governance, risk, and compliance functions, while roles tied to on-site infrastructure or classified defense environments typically require in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a cybersecurity manager in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as a security analyst or IT risk analyst at a large Illinois employer and building toward management over several years. Major Chicago-area financial institutions and hospital systems frequently hire junior analysts and rotational associates specifically to develop internal security talent. Earning a CompTIA Security+ or similar entry-level certification and gaining exposure to compliance work, even in adjacent IT roles, gives candidates a concrete edge when applying for first-time manager openings.

Where can I find and apply to cybersecurity manager jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to cybersecurity manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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