At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead software development projects and manage patch/vulnerability programs with a dynamic team.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking tech company focused on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, health perks, flexible work options, and growth opportunities.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with plenty of chances for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring software security and smooth project execution.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in project management, especially in software development and patch management.
The predicted salary is between 54450 - 66550 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead software development initiatives and coordinate ongoing patch/vulnerability management programs. The ideal candidate bridges technical understanding with strong project execution skills, ensuring releases, updates, and security patches are delivered on time, within scope, and with minimal disruption to operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, execute, and deliver software development projects using Agile/Scrum or hybrid methodologies.
- Own project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation across the SDLC.
- Coordinate with developers, QA, DevOps, and product owners to remove blockers and maintain velocity.
- Manage sprint planning, backlog grooming, stand-ups, retrospectives, and release planning.
- Track and report project status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders and leadership.
Patch & Vulnerability Management
- Own the end-to-end patch management lifecycle: identification, testing, scheduling, deployment, and validation.
- Coordinate patch cycles across OS, application, and infrastructure layers (Windows/Linux servers, endpoints, cloud workloads).
- Partner with Security/InfoSec teams to prioritise patches based on CVE severity, risk scoring, and compliance requirements.
- Maintain patch compliance dashboards and SLAs; report on patch coverage and outstanding vulnerabilities.
- Manage change control and maintenance windows to minimise downtime during patch deployment.
- Coordinate emergency/out-of-band patching for critical or zero-day vulnerabilities.
Cross-Functional & Stakeholder Management
- Serve as primary liaison between engineering, security, IT operations, and business stakeholders.
- Facilitate change management (CAB) processes for both feature releases and patch deployments.
- Manage vendor and third-party coordination where applicable (SaaS providers, patch tooling vendors).
- Escalate and drive resolution of risks that threaten project or patch timelines.
Required Experience
- 5+ years of project management experience, with at least 2+ years managing software development projects.
- Demonstrated experience managing patch management or vulnerability remediation programs.
- Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile/Scrum, and change management processes.
- Familiarity with patch management tools (e.g., SCCM/MECM, WSUS, Ansible, Tanium, Qualys, Rapid7, or similar).
- Working knowledge of vulnerability scoring (CVSS) and CVE prioritisation.
- Experience with project management tools (Jira, Azure DevOps, MS Project, or similar).
- Excellent stakeholder communication, risk management, and organisational skills.
Project Manager employer: HCLTech
HCLTech is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, where innovation thrives and employees are empowered to grow their skills in cutting-edge technologies. With a global presence and a commitment to employee development, HCLTech offers numerous opportunities for career advancement, particularly in the exciting field of AI and frontend development. Joining our team means being part of a collaborative environment that values creativity and encourages meaningful contributions to impactful projects.
