At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting network security projects and enhance digital safety.
- Company: Dynamic tech firm in Leeds focused on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hands-on experience, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Onsite role with a collaborative team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in network security while developing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in network security and project management is essential.
The predicted salary is between 60750 - 74250 £ per year.
Location: Leeds, you will need to be onsite 4 days a week.
Duration: 6 months
Description:
Job Purpose: The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering a number of Network Security Improvements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Defining the business case and project scope.
- Lead end-to-end project management delivery of a network security improvement project covering Internet Security policy review, Wi-Fi/SSID enhancements and Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA) alignment, ensuring delivery within agreed scope, budget and timelines.
- Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, risk logs, and status reports.
- Coordinate activities across technical teams, SMEs, and business units.
- Develop and maintain project finances, including budget updates, invoice tracking and forecasting.
- Work with Business Analysts to validate and manage requirements, dependencies, and change impacts.
- Support Service Enablement and User Adoption functions to manage the service transition planning and business readiness.
- Identify and manage risks, issues, and interdependencies throughout the migration process.
- Report on progress to senior stakeholders and escalate issues where appropriate.
- Ensure governance, documentation, and project controls are in place and followed.
Key Deliverables:
- Project scoping.
- Detailed migration/delivery project plans and tracking of milestones.
- Financial tracker.
- Project status reporting.
- Risk and issue management with clear mitigation plans.
- Service acceptance and handover documentation.
- Stakeholder communications and readiness planning.
Personal Requirements:
Experience:
- Experienced in delivering and enhancing network security Internet Security policies, Wi-Fi/SSID enhancements and an understanding of Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA) principles and experience aligning network/security controls with a ZTNA strategy, including identity-based access, least privilege and segmentation.
- Experience working with outsourcing partners and third-party vendors.
- Strong track record in end-to-end project delivery within medium to large organisations.
- Experience in developing and maintaining project finances and forecasting.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams including SMEs, business analysts, and technical teams.
Network Project Manager employer: Lorien
Join a forward-thinking company in Manchester that values technical expertise and offers a dynamic work culture. With a focus on hybrid working, flexible hours, and a strong emphasis on employee growth, this role provides the opportunity to lead impactful projects while maintaining a hands-on engineering position. Enjoy a competitive salary, annual bonus, and the chance to shape the future of corporate infrastructure services in a supportive environment.
