IT Project Manager – Cyber Security Services

Dabster; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment specialist is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager focused on Cyber Security to join a major financial services client in London. In this role, you'll manage large-scale IT projects, ensuring timely delivery and effective stakeholder communication. Applicants should have extensive experience in IT Project Management, particularly in Cyber Security and Financial sectors. The position offers challenging projects with high extension potential and a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Challenging Projects

Collaborative Culture

London-Based Opportunity

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT Project Management within large organizations or the finance sector.
• Proven experience in delivering IT Infrastructure, Cyber Security, or Application projects.
• Strong skills in stakeholder engagement and matrix reporting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end IT projects within Cyber Security.
• Manage risks, dependencies, assumptions, and issues across all project phases.
• Drive project governance to meet scope, budget, and timeline targets.
• Liaise with key stakeholders to obtain decisions and approvals.

Skills

IT Project Management

Cyber Security Project Delivery

Stakeholder Management

Documentation & Status Reporting

Large-scale IT Infrastructure Projects

Financial Sector Background

Education

Degree-qualified or equivalent experience in a relevant field

Job description

About Us :

At Dabster, we specialize in connecting top talent with leading global companies. We are currently seeking an experienced IT Project Manager – Cyber Security Services to join our client's team based in London, UK. Our mission is to be the foremost recruitment specialist in securing exceptional talent for a diverse range of global clients.

Who Will You Work With :

Our client is a major player in the financial services industry, operating globally with a strong focus on information security and regulatory compliance. You will be joining the Technology Information Security Office (TISO) Transformation team— a global, diverse, and collaborative group that works across the business to secure infrastructure, applications, and systems.

About the Role :

As an IT Project Manager – Cyber Security Services , you will be responsible for managing and delivering large-scale IT projects in the Cyber Security space. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing risks, ensuring timely delivery, effective stakeholder communication, and aligning project outcomes with business goals. This role requires a blend of technical knowledge, leadership skills, and strong project governance experience.

This is a -month contract role , based in London, UK , with a strong potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities :

• Deliver end-to-end IT projects within Cyber Security.
• Manage risks, dependencies, assumptions, and issues across all project phases.
• Drive project governance to meet scope, budget, and timeline targets.
• Liaise with key stakeholders to obtain decisions and approvals.
• Allocate and manage project resources and team members effectively.
• Produce clear documentation and high-quality project status reports.
• Collaborate with solution architects and business stakeholders for alignment.
• Lead projects in both Agile and Waterfall environments.

Preferred Skills :

• – years of experience in IT Project Management within large organizations or the finance sector.
• Proven experience in delivering IT Infrastructure, Cyber Security, or Application projects.
• Strong skills in stakeholder engagement and matrix reporting.
• Hands-on experience managing complex documentation and project governance.
• Familiarity with global delivery models and large-scale transformation programs.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Degree-qualified or equivalent experience in a relevant field.

Skill Matrix :

Skills Hands-on Experience IT Project Management – years Large-scale IT Infrastructure Projects Required Cyber Security Project Delivery Required Technology Information Security Office Preferred Financial Sector Background Strongly Preferred Documentation & Status Reporting Required Stakeholder Management Required

What We Offer :

Challenging Projects : Work on cutting-edge cyber security initiatives for a global financial leader.

London-Based Opportunity : Work on-site with a high-impact team.

Contract Type : Initial -month engagement with high extension potential.

Collaborative Culture : Join a team that values transparency, accountability, and innovation.

Interview Process :

Expect – technical rounds focusing on your experience with IT project delivery, followed by a final round with senior business stakeholders.

How to Apply :

If you're an experienced IT Project Manager with a strong cyber security background, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your resume detailing your relevant experience via LinkedIn or send it to .

Elevate your career with a leading institution dedicated to security, transformation, and innovation!