Job Description

Project Manager - Cyber Security Programme

Initial 6 month contract c 575 (inside IR35) - likely to run for 12 months +

Portsmouth - ideally 1-2 days a week onsite

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a major Cyber Security Programme focused on enhancing security assurance, modernising software delivery tooling and improving DevSecOps capabilities across a large, complex organisation.

This role will lead a key repository migration and tooling transformation project, working closely with Cyber Security, Infrastructure, Architecture and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable and efficient software development and deployment capabilities.

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of a complex technology transformation initiative involving repository migration, software supply chain security and DevSecOps tooling.

You will manage multiple technical workstreams, coordinate a diverse stakeholder group and ensure delivery is aligned with programme objectives, governance requirements and security standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a repository migration project within a wider Cyber Security Programme
• Develop and manage project plans, milestones, risks, issues and dependencies
• Coordinate delivery across Cyber Security, Engineering, Infrastructure and Architecture teams
• Drive stakeholder engagement across both technical and business functions
• Manage third-party suppliers and technology partners where required
• Ensure robust governance, reporting and project controls are maintained
• Support the adoption of modern DevSecOps practices and secure software delivery capabilities
• Provide regular project updates to programme leadership and key stakeholders

Essential Experience

• Proven experience delivering complex IT, Digital or Cyber Security projects
• Previous experience managing repository migration projects
• Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles and software development lifecycles
• Experience working with GitHub and repository management platforms
• Experience delivering projects involving JFrog Artifactory or similar tooling
• Good understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts and associated technologies
• Strong project governance, risk management and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working with highly technical delivery teams

To apply for this role please send your CV asap - we're looking for this person to within the next 4 weeks