Project Manager - Cyber Security

ZipRecruiter; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in Cambridge is seeking a Cyber Security Project Manager to lead security initiatives across cloud and on-prem environments. The role requires managing cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and project success, with a day rate of £700 per day and a hybrid work model. Candidates should have extensive experience in cybersecurity project management and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stream programs.
• Strong background in risk, issue, and escalation management.
• Experience integrating security in M&A activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of cybersecurity projects.
• Manage internal and vendor resources for project success.
• Produce project status reports and updates.

Skills

Proven experience delivering cybersecurity projects

Strong background in risk management

Experience with Jira

Familiarity with EDR and cloud security

Experience with M&A activities

Education

Certifications: PMP, Agile/Scrum Master, CompTIA Security+, CISSP

Job description

Job Description

Join a leading semiconductor company as a Cyber Security Project Manager!

Are you an experienced project manager with a passion for cybersecurity? This is your opportunity to lead high-impact security initiatives within a global technology leader. You'll work across teams to deliver complex projects that strengthen our security posture and support our business growth.

Job Overview

We’re looking for a confident and capable Cyber Security Project Manager to lead the delivery of security-focused projects across cloud and on-prem environments. You’ll be responsible for managing cross-functional teams, driving remediation efforts, and ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance standards.

Contract Details

• Contract Length: 6 months (with visibility to extend)
• Location: Cambridge (Hybrid – 2 days per week on-site)
• Day Rate: £700 per day (inside IR35)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of cybersecurity projects, including remediation and risk mitigation.
• Manage internal and vendor resources, ensuring clear communication and escalation paths.
• Coordinate geographically distributed teams and collaborate with scrum masters and tower leads.
• Ensure delivery of business benefits by validating business cases, financials, and risk assumptions.
• Produce timely and accurate project status reports and “route to green” updates.
• Identify and escalate project blockers, risks, and issues effectively.
• Facilitate workshops and ensure alignment with Arm’s change management and CAB processes.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience delivering cybersecurity projects and managing complex, multi-stream programmes.
• Strong background in risk, issue, and escalation management.
• Solid experience using Jira for project planning and tracking.
• Familiarity with EDR, email security, GRC, and cloud security controls across multiple cloud platforms.
• Experience integrating security in M&A activities, including OT risk and compliance.
• certifications: PMP, Agile/Scrum Master, CompTIA Security+, CISSP.

Start Date: ASAP