Global IT Project Lead – Security & IAM (CyberArk)

DS Smith Packaging Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DS Smith Packaging Limited is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join IS&S Delivery, leading complex global IT, infrastructure and security programmes across regions.

You will own governance, risk and delivery excellence, mentor other project managers, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to align with strategic goals.

Experience with IAM tooling such as CyberArk is highly advantageous, PRINCE2/MSP/APM or equivalent, and Agile/SAFe delivery methods.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering large-scale IT, infrastructure or security programmes with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong governance, budgeting, risk management and programme reporting.
• Experience in IAM tooling and implementation, specifically CyberArk.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional, multi-cultural teams across geographies.
• Experience navigating complex organisational structures and driving change at scale.
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities to build high-performing teams.
• Degree in Computer Science / IT or related discipline; PRINCE2/MSP/APM; Agile/SAFe implementations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex, global IT and security projects across multiple workstreams.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, ensuring alignment to strategic programmes and business objectives.
• Manage interdependencies, timelines and deliverables across internal teams and third-party partners.
• Own project governance, ensuring delivery in line with DS Smith methodologies and standards.
• Proactively identify, assess and mitigate risks, issues and dependencies.
• Track and report project performance through established governance forums and programme boards.
• Manage project budgets and resource allocation, ensuring effective use of investment.
• Oversee internal, external and vendor resources to ensure delivery outcomes are achieved.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across business and technology functions.
• Provide clear, confident communication on project progress, risks and outcomes to executive audiences.
• Act as a trusted advisor, influencing decision-making and driving alignment across complex stakeholder groups.
• Lead, coach and mentor project managers and delivery teams, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.
• Contribute to the development of delivery capability, best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage third-party vendors and partners, ensuring compliance with procurement and governance processes.
• Support security, audit and compliance activities, ensuring adherence to regulatory and organisational standards.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Computer Science / IT or related

PRINCE2 / MSP / APM certifications

Agile / SAFe / Lean delivery methodologies

Tools

CyberArk IAM tooling

Job description

DS Smith Packaging Limited is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join IS&S Delivery, leading complex global IT, infrastructure and security programmes across regions.

You will own governance, risk and delivery excellence, mentor other project managers, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to align with strategic goals.

Experience with IAM tooling such as CyberArk is highly advantageous, PRINCE2/MSP/APM or equivalent, and Agile/SAFe delivery methods.