Project Manager

CyberOne; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CyberOne is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to oversee cybersecurity projects for our clients in a managed services context. You will manage the delivery of security monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and compliance management.

You will collaborate with internal teams, clients and vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to high standards of quality and security, with a focus on Microsoft Azure and related cloud initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in managed services or cybersecurity.
• PM certification (PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent) is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of managed security services (SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management) and cloud security.
• Experience leading multiple client projects with clear communication.
• Familiarity with SOC processes and cybersecurity operations.
• Experience delivering Microsoft Azure and cloud-based initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle for multiple client engagements, including security monitoring, vulnerability management, SOC onboarding, professional services, and incident response deployments.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and expectations throughout the project.
• Develop detailed project plans aligned with client requirements and security best practices.
• Ensure timely delivery of cybersecurity solutions such as SIEM, EDR, and other managed services.
• Coordinate with SOC and other technical resources for onboarding and integration.
• Identify project risks and mitigate them proactively.
• Track scope, schedules, and budgets; deliver regular reports to clients and leadership.
• Collaborate with sales, technical, and operations teams to meet client expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement by applying lessons learned and refining delivery methods.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR and internal SLAs.

Skills

Project management

Client-facing

Communication

Stakeholder management

Agile/Scrum

Security industry knowledge

Education

PM certification (PMP/PRINCE2) or equivalent

Tools

Azure

Job description

“I am hugely excited about my future and the future of CyberOne. I have enjoyed my time here immensely and have learnt a huge amount in a short space of time, year-for-year I've learnt more here than I have at Microsoft and PwC.” - CyberOne Consultant

About CyberOne

CyberOne is a pure-play Microsoft security partner dedicated to helping enterprises realise the full value of the Microsoft Security portfolio—across Defender XDR, Sentinel, Entra, Purview, Intune, Copilot for Security and more. We combine deep technical expertise with outcome-driven services that accelerate secure cloud adoption, modernise threat protection and simplify compliance.

Job Title: Project Manager – Cybersecurity

Location: WFH/London 1 day per week

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports to: Operations Director

The Role

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to oversee and deliver cybersecurity projects for our clients in a managed services environment. As part of a leading cybersecurity services provider, you will manage the delivery of critical security solutions, including monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and compliance management. You will collaborate with internal teams, clients, and third-party vendors to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and security.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle for multiple client engagements, including security monitoring, vulnerability management, SOC Onboarding, professional services engagements, and incident response service deployments.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and expectations throughout the project.
• Develop detailed project plans that align with client requirements, cybersecurity best practices, and managed service offerings.
• Ensure timely delivery of cybersecurity solutions such as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), and other managed security services.
• Coordinate with the Security Operations Center (SOC) team and other technical resources to ensure smooth onboarding and integration of security solutions.
• Identify potential project risks related to client environments, security tools, or compliance requirements, and work proactively to mitigate them.
• Track and manage project scope, schedules, and budgets, delivering regular reports to clients and internal leadership.
• Collaborate with sales, technical, and operations teams to scope and deliver projects that meet or exceed client expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement by incorporating lessons learned from client engagements and refining project delivery methodologies.
• Ensure all client projects adhere to industry security standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR) and internal SLAs.
• Lead and manage client projects involving Microsoft technologies, with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure and the wider Microsoft cloud ecosystem.
• Oversee the delivery of Microsoft-based transformation, migration, and security enhancement projects within a managed services environment.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including cloud engineers, security specialists, and SOC resources, to ensure successful delivery of Microsoft technology initiatives.
• Ensure Microsoft technology projects are delivered in line with agreed scope, timelines, budgets, and quality expectations.
• Act as a central point of coordination between clients, internal teams, and third-party vendors for Microsoft-related projects.
• Employees are expected to demonstrate a security-first mindset and ensure that information security considerations are incorporated into their day-to-day activities, decision-making, and interactions with customers, suppliers, and colleagues.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably within a managed services or cybersecurity environment.
• Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of managed security services, including SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management, and cloud security solutions.
• Experience in managing projects that involve the deployment and integration of cybersecurity technologies.
• Proven experience in managing multiple, simultaneous projects for clients, with an ability to balance competing priorities.
• Client-facing experience, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with SOC processes and other cybersecurity operations environments.
• Ability to manage technical teams and coordinate across departments to ensure successful project delivery.
• Experience with agile or scrum methodologies is a plus.
• Experience managing projects involving Microsoft technologies, particularly within Microsoft Azure and Microsoft cloud-based environments.
• Demonstrated experience supporting Microsoft transformation, migration, or platform modernisation initiatives.
• Familiarity with Microsoft identity, cloud, and security services from a project delivery and coordination perspective.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in or managing Security Operations Center (SOC) environments for clients.
• Knowledge of cloud security services and solutions, including AWS and Azure security.
• Understanding of threat intelligence, incident response, and vulnerability management processes in a managed services environment.
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements such as NIST, CIS, and GDPR.
• Strong understanding of DevSecOps practices, particularly in automation and tool integration.