IT Project Manager (Infrastructure & Cybersecurity)

Akkodis; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Bonus and benefits

Job summary

Akkodis Canada is seeking an IT Project Manager with a strong background in Infrastructure and Cybersecurity to lead enterprise initiatives globally. You will own end-to-end delivery, coordinate with IT leadership, technical teams, vendors, and business stakeholders to drive secure, resilient transformations.

Responsibilities include cloud migrations, infrastructure modernization, hardware refreshes, and lifecycle upgrades within a fast-paced, multinational setting.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT project delivery in large enterprises.
• Experience leading Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud, or Enterprise Tech projects.
• Proven ability to drive full delivery lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Experience managing budgets exceeding $1M.
• Strong stakeholder management with Directors, VPs, and steering committees.
• Experience coordinating external vendors and system integrators.
• Ability to lead large cross-functional teams and allocate shared resources.
• Strong planning, forecasting, risk management, and governance skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship management.
• Bachelor’s degree and PMP/Prince2 certification.
• Experience in Agile or Hybrid delivery environments.
• Proficiency with PMO tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex Infrastructure and Cybersecurity projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop project charters, delivery strategies, plans, budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, actuals, risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Provide regular status reports and executive updates to leadership and steering committees.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across locations, units, and time zones.
• Manage third-party vendors and system integrators with governance and performance oversight.
• Drive scope control, change management, and quality assurance.
• Facilitate decision-making, risk mitigation, and issue resolution.
• Lead infrastructure transformation, cloud migration, cybersecurity, and lifecycle initiatives.
• Ensure deliverables meet time, budget, and business objectives.
• Support PMO improvements, governance standards, and best practices.
• Coach and mentor project leads and teams.

Skills

Infra & cybersecurity

Stakeholder mgmt

Vendor management

Cross-functional leadership

Project planning

Risk management

Communication

Agile/Hybrid

MS Project

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/Engineering/Business

PM certification (PMP/Prince2)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Title: IT Project Manager - Infrastructure & Cybersecurity initiatives

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Model: Hybrid

Compensation: $90K - $120K per annum plus bonus and benefits

About Our Client

Our client is a global leader in the food manufacturing industry, operating across multiple countries and supporting a large, complex technology landscape that enables critical business operations worldwide.

As part of an ongoing technology modernization journey, the organization continues to invest heavily in infrastructure transformation, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, and enterprise-wide IT initiatives. The PMO plays a critical role in delivering high-impact programs that strengthen security, improve operational resilience, modernize legacy environments, and support long‑term business growth.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a mature and highly visible PMO team responsible for delivering strategic technology initiatives across a global enterprise.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager with a strong background in Infrastructure and Cybersecurity project delivery to lead complex enterprise initiatives across a global environment.

This role is ideal for a Project Manager who enjoys owning projects end‑to‑end, working with technical and business stakeholders, managing external vendors and system integrators, and driving successful delivery in large, fast‑paced organizations.

You will lead a variety of initiatives including cloud migrations, cybersecurity programs, infrastructure modernization, hardware refreshes, technology lifecycle upgrades, and global deployment projects while partnering closely with IT leadership, technical teams, business stakeholders, and third‑party partners.

What You'll Do

• Lead complex Infrastructure and Cybersecurity projects from initiation through deployment and closure
• Develop project charters, delivery strategies, project plans, budgets, schedules, and resource plans
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, actuals, risks, issues, and dependencies
• Provide regular project status reporting and executive‑level updates to leadership and steering committees
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams across multiple locations, business units, and time zones
• Manage third‑party vendors and system integrators, including delivery governance and performance management
• Drive project scope, change control, quality management, and stakeholder alignment
• Facilitate decision‑making, issue resolution, and risk mitigation activities
• Lead infrastructure transformation, cloud migration, cybersecurity, and technology lifecycle initiatives
• Ensure project deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and aligned to business objectives
• Support PMO process improvements, governance standards, and project management best practices
• Coach and mentor Project Leads and team members on effective project delivery practices

What You Bring

Must‑Have Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT project delivery experience within large enterprise environments
• Experience managing Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud, or Enterprise Technology projects
• Proven ability to lead projects through the full delivery lifecycle from initiation to closure
• Experience managing project budgets exceeding $1M
• Strong stakeholder management experience working with Directors, VPs, executive leadership teams, and steering committees
• Experience managing external vendors, consultants, and system integrators
• Ability to lead large cross‑functional project teams and coordinate shared resources
• Strong project planning, scheduling, forecasting, risk management, and governance capabilities
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline
• PMP, Prince2, or equivalent Project Management certification
• Experience working within Agile or Hybrid delivery environments
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and related PMO tools

Nice‑to‑Have Qualifications

• Experience within Manufacturing, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), Food & Beverage, or related industries
• Experience leading global deployments and multi‑region programs
• Experience managing SaaS or packaged software implementations
• Exposure to Supply Chain, Manufacturing, HRIS, or ERP programs
• Experience delivering AI‑related initiatives from pilot through enterprise deployment

What You'll Love About This Opportunity

• Lead high‑profile Infrastructure and Cybersecurity initiatives with global impact
• Join a mature PMO supporting strategic enterprise technology programs
• Work closely with executive leadership and key business stakeholders
• Manage large‑scale transformation projects across multiple countries and regions
• Exposure to cloud modernization, cybersecurity, and enterprise technology initiatives
• Collaborate with diverse global teams, vendors, and technology partners
• Opportunity to influence PMO processes, governance, and delivery best practices
• Strong organizational visibility and long‑term career growth potential

Important

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only candidates meeting the above qualifications will be contacted for further discussions.

Akkodis Canada will never share your resume or any personal details without your explicit consent.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only candidates meeting the above qualifications will be contacted for further discussions.

Our Commitment:

At Akkodis, part of The Adecco Group, our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone.