> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3603226-cybersecurity-program-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3603226-cybersecurity-program-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cybersecurity Program Manager - **Company:** Networking People Limited - **Location:** London, UK - **Salary:** £195,000.0 - £208,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, PRINCE2, National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework - **Published:** October 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/cyber-security-program-manager/networking-people-uk-limited-job108085393 ## About the Role * Proven track record as a Program Manager in cybersecurity, with strong delivery credentials at program (not just project) level * Hands-on exposure to OT / ICS security in manufacturing, industrial or similar environments; credible with both engineers and security leadership * Experience managing a multi-project portfolio of comparable scale (multi-million pound budgets) * Demonstrated success rescuing or restarting troubled projects or programs * Strong understanding of security fundamentals; able to challenge technical and delivery claims with confidence * Experience working in or alongside highly regulated environments * Comfortable leading teams of project managers and holding them to account * Excellent senior stakeholder management, including communication with Director-level and above * Experience working with global, multi-site operations and distributed teams Desirable * Familiarity with IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, NIS2 or equivalent OT security standards * Experience in manufacturing or production-plant environments * Relevant certifications (PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, SAFe, CISSP, CISM, GICSP or similar) * Prior experience working in an Office of the CISO or security governance function, * Courageous and direct: speaks up on time, with the right arguments, and does not defer to avoid friction * Resilient: thrives in a challenging team environment and stays composed under pressure * Evidence-driven: trusts data and verification over status reports * Ambitious and energetic: brings pace, ownership and a determination to deliver * Credible: earns respect from both technical teams and senior leaders ## Description Program leadership * Own end-to-end delivery across four OT security program streams, ensuring alignment to the CISO's strategy and priorities * Lead, coach and hold accountable a team of project managers, with one PM per project reporting to you * Identify struggling or at-risk projects early and lead recovery plans, resetting scope, governance, timelines and expectations where needed * Build and maintain an integrated program plan, covering dependencies, risks, budget and resourcing across all streams Assurance and challenge * Independently validate project status and test whether reported progress reflects reality * Challenge RAG reporting, assumptions and delivery claims with evidence, and escalate with the right arguments at the right time * Establish robust governance, KPIs and reporting that give senior stakeholders a trusted view of delivery and risk Financial and portfolio management * Manage the c. £9m program budget, including forecasting, benefits tracking and investment justification * Prioritise and sequence the portfolio to maximise risk reduction and value for money * Support business case development and funding requests for next year's expanded scope Stakeholder engagement * Act as the primary delivery voice to the Senior Director (CISO-1) and wider security leadership * Build effective relationships with plant leadership, OT engineering, IT security, and regulatory and compliance teams across multiple regions * Influence and negotiate across cultures and time zones, particularly with international sites Security and compliance * Ensure program delivery meets the security standards expected in a regulated QSE environment * Embed security-by-design and relevant OT frameworks (e.g. IEC 62443, NIST CSF/800-82) into project delivery * Work with compliance and risk teams to ensure regulatory obligations are understood and met