Programme Manager-Cyber & Information Security

Apex Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Group is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to join the PMO function. You will lead complex programmes delivering strategic change, with a focus on Information Security and Cyber Security initiatives.

The role requires coordinating interdependent projects, engaging with security, technology, risk, and business teams, and reporting to senior stakeholders. You will translate executive objectives into executable plans, manage dependencies, and ensure delivery momentum in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a Programme Manager leading large programmes.
• Strong background in Project Management with complex change initiatives.
• Experience delivering Information/Cyber Security programmes.
• Ability to engage with security, risk, compliance and business teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, business-critical programmes delivering strategic change.
• Coordinate multiple interdependent projects and workstreams.
• Translate executive objectives into executable programme plans.
• Provide clear reporting to senior stakeholders and manage risks.

Skills

Programme management

Project management

Information security

Stakeholder management

Governance and risk management

Agile/Waterfall/hybrid

Communication

English fluency

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Microsoft Project

Job description

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Programme Manager

Description

We are looking for an experienced Programme Manager to join the PMO function (Change Team), reporting to the relevant Portfolio Lead / Head of Practice.

This role is responsible for leading complex, business-critical programmes that deliver strategic change across the organisation and for our clients. You will provide overall programme leadership, coordinating multiple interdependent projects and workstreams while ensuring delivery aligns with business objectives, regulatory requirements and risk management expectations.

A key focus of this role is the delivery of Information Security and Cyber Security initiatives.We are seeking someone with a strong and current understanding of security frameworks, standards, industry best practices and governance, who can effectively engage with technical and business stakeholders, challenge where appropriate, and ensure security considerations are embedded throughout the programme lifecycle.

You will be accountable for translating executive-level objectives into executable programme plans, managing dependencies across multiple teams, maintaining delivery momentum, and providing clear and transparent reporting to senior stakeholders. Success in this role requires strong leadership, sound judgement, commercial awareness, and the ability to navigate complex environments with confidence.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years’ experience operating as a Programme Manager, leading large-scale programmes comprising multiple projects and workstreams.
• Strong prior background in Project Management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex change initiatives.
• Significant experience delivering Information Security and/or Cyber Security programmes, with demonstrable knowledge of current security standards, frameworks and industry best practices.
• Ability to engage effectively with security, technology, risk, compliance and business teams, translating technical concepts into clear business outcomes.
• Proven experience managing programme-level governance, risks, dependencies, budgets and stakeholder communications.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge senior leaders and build confidence in programme delivery.
• Experience working in fast-paced, complex environments with competing priorities and high levels of ambiguity.
• Strong understanding of Agile, Waterfall and hybrid delivery approaches, with the judgement to apply the most appropriate methodology.
• Exceptional organisational, planning and communication skills.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Nice to Have

• Experience delivering change within Financial Services, Banking, Asset Management, Fund Administration, FinTech or other regulated environments.
• Familiarity with regulatory, operational resilience, information security or cyber security requirements applicable to financial institutions.
• Experience leading large-scale transformation, integration, migration or onboarding programmes.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Jira, Microsoft Project or similar portfolio and delivery management tools.

Additional information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, responsibilities for dependants, physical or mental disability. Any hiring decision are made on the basis of skills, qualifications and experiences.

We measure our success as a business, not only by delivering great products and services and continually increasing our assets under administration and market share, but also by how we positively impact people, society and the planet.

For more information on our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) please https://www.apexgroup.com/corporate-social-responsibility/