IT Programme Manager - Information Security

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy seeks an IT Programme Manager for Information Security in Newcastle. In this role, you will oversee complex security projects, manage teams, and ensure compliance with risk management. Ideal candidates will have significant project management experience, particularly in cybersecurity, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing support

Financial benefits including pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Learning opportunities through training

Participation in employee networks

Qualifications

• 8+ years in IT project management, 5+ years in Cybersecurity.
• Knowledge of cloud security (Azure) and risk frameworks.
• Experience with waterfall, agile, and hybrid methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of the information security programme.
• Monitor and communicate project status, performance, and risks to stakeholders.
• Manage a team of IT project managers and Business Analysts.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Degree in technology, project management, information security

Project Management certification (PMP)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Teams

Office 365

Job description

Job Description

Location/s: Newcastle

Recruiter contact: Nikki George

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices.

We work across various industries, delivering impactful projects that shape our future and benefit communities. Our people drive our success, offering opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow. Whether developing expertise or expanding experience across our international teams, you'll be supported by global specialists committed to your growth. As an employee-owned company, we invest in creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us to be brilliant.

About the business unit

Mott MacDonald's support services enable our organization to operate efficiently. The team provides specialist advice, best practices, and technology tailored for our global reach.

The IT Programme Manager – Information Security oversees complex IT security projects, ensuring they align with risk management and compliance goals. This role involves managing cross-functional teams, stakeholder coordination, and driving security initiatives.

Working with IT leadership, PMO analysts, resource managers, and IT service users, you will lead a team of IT Project Managers and Business Analysts, supporting their development and ensuring effective project delivery.

The successful candidate will exemplify excellence in programme and project management, including shaping project plans, tracking progress, managing risks, resources, documentation, and ensuring successful IT project delivery.

Key duties and responsibilities include:

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of the information security programme.
• Align security initiatives with organizational goals in collaboration with leadership.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resources with senior leadership.
• Monitor and communicate project status, performance, risks, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal teams and third-party vendors.
• Support the development and implementation of the security strategy.
• Identify security gaps and recommend solutions.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Manage a team of IT project managers and Business Analysts, setting objectives, managing performance, coaching, and fostering collaboration.
• Act as a first-level escalation point for project issues.
• Identify and support process improvements.
• Coordinate project scheduling and approvals.
• Ensure project quality through effective communication and governance adherence.

Essential requirements:

• Degree in technology, project management, information security, or equivalent experience.
• Project Management certification (PMP).
• 8+ years in IT project management, with 5+ years in Cybersecurity.
• Experience managing enterprise security projects (e.g., DLP, DevSecOps).
• Knowledge of cloud security (Azure) and risk frameworks.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Teams, and Office 365.
• Experience with waterfall, agile, and hybrid methodologies.
• Customer service orientation.

Desirable qualities:

• Knowledge of ITIL practices; ITIL V3/V4 certification.
• Experience managing global or matrix teams.
• Broad technical knowledge of IT applications, services, and ISO standards.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC.
• Experience working in a global corporate IT environment.

Personal attributes:

• Passion for information security and continuous learning.
• Ability to prioritize and manage pressure.
• Attention to detail and quality focus.
• Excellent conflict resolution and collaboration skills.
• Logical approach to problem-solving.

We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Agile working

We support flexible, hybrid working arrangements to promote well-being and productivity.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

We promote fairness and inclusion, creating a welcoming environment for all.

Accessibility

If you need support during the application process, contact [e-mail].

Benefits include:

• Health and wellbeing support, including private medical insurance, health cash plans, and wellbeing programs.
• Financial benefits such as pension contributions, life assurance, income protection, and flexible benefits.
• Lifestyle perks including generous holiday entitlement, discounts, and family leave policies.
• Learning opportunities through training, mentoring, and professional memberships.
• Participation in employee networks and community initiatives.

Apply now or find out more about our application process.