C004433 Project Manager (NS) - WED 21 Jan

EMW, Inc.; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 80.000 - 100.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Project Manager to oversee cybersecurity projects. The role requires managing cost, scope, and schedules while coordinating with NATO and industry stakeholders. The successful candidate must hold a NATO SECRET security clearance and have a relevant university degree. Experience and training in project management are essential, alongside a notable record in stakeholder engagement. This full-time position is primarily on-site in The Hague, with some travel expected.

Qualifications

• Must possess NATO SECRET security clearance.
• 12+ years of relevant experience.
• Formal project management training (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP).

Responsibilities

• Manage and control project cost, scope, and schedule.
• Coordinate contributions from NATO and industry.
• Provide leadership and status reports on project progress.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Cybersecurity

Budget Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or Management

Postgraduate qualifications (if applicable)

Tools

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

Job description

Deadline Date: Wednesday 21 January 2026

Requirement: Project Manager

Location: The Hague, NL

Full Time On-Site: Yes

Time On-Site: 100%

Total Scope of the request (hours): 1254

Required Start Date: 9 March 2026

End Contract Date: 31 December 2026

Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET

Duties & Role

• Manage, monitor, and control the cost, scope, and schedule of projects under her/his responsibility to successfully deliver Cybersecurity Capabilities to NATO.
• Coordinate the contributions of various NATO stakeholders and industry reps to deliver capabilities.
• Develop realistic and achievable project plans and present them to senior executives and governance bodies for approval.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management of NSIP projects and, in particular, the implementation of major procurement projects in the area of Cyber Security.
• Identify, plan, request and manage the deployment of resources to meet project milestones and initiate corrective actions when necessary.
• Responsible for the definition, execution and satisfactory completion of his/her projects, including preparation and submission of project proposals, contribution to source selections according to the defined procurement strategy.
• Review and agree project approach with his/her Projects Portfolio Manager following Agency processes.
• Monitor and control project progress and risk to ensure resources are consumed in accordance with the approved budget and within the approved timelines.
• Provide regular status reports on the progress of projects to leadership, senior executives, and NATO committees.
• Take responsibility for understanding customer requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem resolution.
• Propose appropriate actions to provide an increased level of confidence and reduce risks such that the project will meet its objectives in terms of deliverables (scope and quality), schedule, and costs.
• Provide effective and positive leadership to the project team.
• Take appropriate action when project performance deviates from agreed tolerances through risk management.
• Contribute to other project related activities to support the continuous improvement of Project Management within the NCI Agency.

Specific Working Conditions: There may be travel to NATO HQ and other NCIA sites and within NATO boundaries. Travel from The Hague to Braine L'Alleud and/or Brussels and other NATO sites of up to 3 x per month. This position is required to be mostly on site at our offices in The Hague. Some consideration may be given to WFH but this is restricted to the confines of duty location.

Skill, Knowledge & Experience

• The candidate must have a currently active NATO SECRET security clearance
• A university degree at a recognized university in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, Management, or related disciplines, equivalent to a Bachelor's degree or higher, supplemented by relevant postgraduate qualifications. The lack of a university Skill, Knowledge & Experience: degree may be compensated by the demonstration of particular abilities or experience of interest to the Agency and experience of 12 years.
• A formal project management training such as PRINCE2, PMI PMP, or DAWIA Program Management Level II.
• A detailed understanding of the NATO Security Investment Programme (NSIP).
• Recognised record of accomplishment in dealing with stakeholders at enterprise level, understanding their needs, problems, and requests and proposing constructive ways ahead.
• Significant and recent experience in the development of Statements of Work used as the basis for competitive bidding from industry. This includes the detailed development and collection of technical and non-technical project requirements.
• Proactive attitude in seeking and maintaining trust from stakeholders.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with good briefing skills.
• Expert level knowledge of MS Excel, MS Powerpoint, and MS Project.
• Extensive experience in the management of large Cybersecurity or ICT projects.