IT Project Manager

IT Project Manager - Cyber - Leading Insurance Brand

Overview

A leading insurance organisation is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to deliver a portfolio of Information Security and cybersecurity initiatives within its enterprise PMO function. The role focuses on managing security-driven projects that enhance technology resilience, compliance, and overall cyber maturity across the business.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Information Security projects, ensuring clear milestones, governance, and successful outcomes.
• Oversee cross-functional teams and coordinate activity across multiple workstreams, locations, and time zones.
• Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies related to security, technology, and compliance.
• Maintain strong communication with security and IT stakeholders, providing regular reporting and effective escalation.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and documentation aligned to PMO standards.
• Track budgets, forecasts, and financial variances to support accurate portfolio reporting.
• Proven Project Management experience delivering IT or security-focused projects within large, complex environments.
• Strong understanding of Information Security principles, controls, and associated technologies.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to navigate complex organisational structures.
• Experience managing distributed teams and multiple concurrent workstreams.
• Strong planning, analytical, and communication skills.
• Degree in a relevant field (IT, Business, Engineering, or similar).

Desired Skills

• Experience with areas such as Identity & Access Management, Network Security, Threat Detection, or Security Operations.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP) an advantage.
• Experience delivering enterprise-wide or global security initiatives.
• Duration: 5 months initially
• Location: Remote with limited travel (1X per month) to South East London