Technical Project Manager - Security

Clearance: Active MOD DV (mandatory)
Location: Onsite - Warton
Engagement: Contract Inside IR35
Duration: 12-month rolling
Nationality: Sole UK National
Rate: 600 - 700 per day

We are engaging a DV-cleared Technical (Security) Project Manager to deliver security-focused technical workstreams within a highly classified MOD environment. This is a hands-on delivery role, suited to contractors experienced in operating at pace within defence and secure programmes.
You will be responsible for driving delivery, managing technical dependencies, and maintaining momentum across multiple security and IT stakeholders.

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  Own delivery of assigned security and technical project workstreams
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  Drive planning, execution, and reporting across classified programmes
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  Manage RAID, change control, and governance in line with MOD standards
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  Coordinate technical teams including security architects, engineers, SOC, and infrastructure
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  Interface with assurance, accreditation, and compliance functions
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  Produce and maintain delivery artefacts (plans, schedules, status reports)
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  Provide clear, concise reporting to senior technical and programme stakeholders
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  Ensure delivery aligns with MOD security policy and operational constraints

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  Proven delivery experience as a Technical / Security Project Manager on contract
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  Strong understanding of cyber security, information assurance, or secure IT systems
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  Prior experience in MOD, defence, or similarly regulated environments
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  Comfortable operating onsite within a classified setting
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  Strong delivery focus with minimal hand-holding
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  Active MOD DV clearance (must be current)

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  Experience supporting security accreditation or assurance activities
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  Familiarity with MOD standards (e.g. JSPs, NIST, ISO 27001)
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  PRINCE2 / Agile / MSP (useful but not mandatory)
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  Technical background in cyber, infrastructure, or secure systems

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  No remote working - onsite requirement
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  Inside IR35 engagement
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  Long-term programme with rolling extensions