Security Project Manager
- Posted 22 May 2026
- LocationLondon
- Job type Contract
- Discipline Technology
Job description
Active NPPV clearance is must.
Key Responsibilities
Own and manage the Security workstream from a project management perspective across the full project lifecycle.
Develop, maintain, and track detailed security delivery plans, milestones, dependencies, and governance activities.
Coordinate with internal teams, third-party suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure timely and successful delivery of security-related activities.
Work closely with the Security Architect to define and execute the security delivery roadmap and assurance activities.
Support security assurance reviews of proposed supplier solutions and ensure alignment with organisational security standards and policies.
Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, assumptions, and dependencies related to security deliverables.
Ensure security considerations are embedded into project decision-making and programme governance.
Produce regular project status reports, RAID logs, governance packs, and executive updates.
Facilitate stakeholder engagement across technical, operational, and business teams.
Support compliance with security, data protection, operational resilience, and regulatory requirements.
Drive collaboration between infrastructure, applications, networking, cloud, and operational service management teams.
Requirements
Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering Security workstreams within large-scale IT or digital transformation programmes.
Strong understanding of security principles and best practices, including:
Data Protection
Network Security
Vulnerability & Patch Management
Operational Resilience
Broad knowledge of enterprise IT environments, including:
Applications
Cloud Services
System Integrations
Networking
IT Service Management
Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills.
Demonstrated experience managing suppliers, governance, reporting, risks, and dependencies.
Ability to work effectively with technical SMEs and translate technical concepts into business-focused updates.
Strong communication, organisation, and leadership capabilities.
Experience working within Public Sector environments preferred.
Policing or Law Enforcement sector experience would be advantageous.
Preferred Skills & Certifications
PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, or equivalent Project Management certification.
Understanding of security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or Cyber Essentials.
Experience working within complex multi-supplier environments.
Familiarity with cloud security and enterprise security governance practices.
