Project and Programme Managers, National Security

You will lead and shape delivery across highly sensitive UK national security programmes, working on complex digital and operational challenges that demand clarity, control and strong stakeholder engagement.

These roles sit within secure government environments and are not typical public sector or general defence positions. You will be operating at a level where delivery, governance and decision making directly support critical national capability.

Applicants must currently hold active UK national security clearance and be working within UKIC or equivalent environments.

What you will need

Current experience delivering projects or programmes within UK national security or intelligence environments
Active high level security clearance in place
Proven experience managing delivery across complex, multi stakeholder environments
Confidence working directly with clients or senior stakeholders in secure settings

What you will work on

Leading delivery of digital and technology focused projects or programmes within secure environments
Coordinating multidisciplinary teams across complex delivery landscapes
Managing risks, dependencies and governance to maintain control and pace
Shaping delivery approaches to improve outcomes across evolving programmes
Providing clear reporting and insight to support senior decision making

Skills and experience

Project or programme management experience across complex environments
Strong stakeholder engagement, including senior level interaction
Experience working within structured or agile delivery frameworks
Ability to manage scope, schedule, budget and quality
Understanding of governance, assurance and delivery controls
Commercial awareness across suppliers, contracts and delivery outcomes

Location and setup

Cheltenham or Manchester, with a hybrid working pattern and regular onsite presence required due to the nature of the work.

These vacancies require high level security clearance in national security. Applicants must hold current clearance and be able to maintain it.

This is a permanent role.

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