Security Project Manager

Damia Group Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy serving the UK defence sector is seeking an experienced Security Project Manager to lead governance activities within a Secure by Design ERP programme. This role focuses on ensuring security compliance with MOD standards while managing stakeholder coordination and embedding security throughout the acquisition lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in security governance, understanding of MOD frameworks, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a daily rate of approximately £465 and involves hybrid working conditions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in security governance within MOD or UK Government programmes.
• Strong understanding of Secure by Design and Defence Digital frameworks.
• Experience managing security risk and compliance in complex programmes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain programme-level governance aligned with Secure by Design principles.
• Embed security governance into acquisition programme milestones.
• Coordinate governance across delivery teams and Defence Digital stakeholders.

Skills

Security governance experience

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Education

CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certification

PRINCE2, APM PMQ, or AgilePM qualification

Job description

Security Project Manager - Farnborough (Hybrid 4/5 days onsite) - Circa 465 per day (Outside IR35)

My client is a UK-based consultancy serving the UK defence sector. They are on the hunt for a Security Project Manager to join their existing experienced team.

Role Purpose

Looking for a proactive and experienced Security Project Manager to lead governance activities within a critical Secure by Design ERP programme supporting MOD capability delivery. This role ensures that security is embedded throughout the acquisition lifecycle, enabling secure, resilient systems that meet Defence operational needs.

You will be responsible for coordinating governance across delivery teams, Defence Digital stakeholders, and suppliers, ensuring compliance with MOD security standards and assurance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance Leadership: Develop and maintain programme-level governance aligned with Secure by Design principles and MOD policy.
• Delivery Assurance: Embed security governance into acquisition programme milestones, ensuring traceability and accountability across all phases.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the governance interface between DE&S, Defence Digital, NCSC, and industry partners.
• Risk & Compliance Oversight: Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of security risks across delivery workstreams.
• Policy Integration: Ensure alignment with JSP 440, JSP 604, and relevant Defence Digital and NCSC guidance.
• Reporting & Assurance: Produce governance artefacts, assurance reports, and dashboards for senior stakeholders and programme boards.
• Audit & Accreditation Support: Facilitate security accreditation processes and support internal/external audits.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in security governance within MOD or UK Government programmes.
• Strong understanding of Secure by Design, Defence Digital frameworks, and MOD acquisition processes.
• Familiarity with JSP 440, JSP 604, and MOD assurance and accreditation standards.
• Experience managing security risk, compliance, and delivery assurance in complex programmes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including cross-functional coordination.

Desirable Qualifications

• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security certification.
• PRINCE2, APM PMQ, or AgilePM project management qualification.
• Experience working with Defence Digital, DE&S delivery teams.
• Understanding of Cyber Resilience, Zero Trust, and Security Architecture principles.

Security Project Manager - Farnborough (Hybrid - 4/5 days onsite) - Circa 465 per day (Outside IR35)

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