Technical Programme Manager (Cyber Security)

TL;DR

Technical Programme Manager (Cyber Security): Leading the delivery of high-impact cyber security initiatives across the organization with an accent on cross-functional collaboration and risk management. Focus on translating complex cyber strategy into measurable outcomes, managing technical dependencies, and ensuring operational readiness within a large-scale retail environment.

Location: Hybrid role based in Welwyn Garden City, UK (requires 60% office attendance).

Company

A leading multinational retailer and technology company dedicated to serving customers and communities worldwide.

What you will do

• Deliver complex cyber security programmes with multiple technical, operational, and risk dependencies.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives spanning Cyber, Technology, Product, and operational teams.
• Translate cyber strategy and risk priorities into clear programme outcomes and milestones.
• Create and maintain integrated delivery plans covering technical implementation and change impacts.
• Facilitate informed trade-off discussions and manage escalations with clarity.
• Support planning cycles, financial forecasting, and budget management for cyber programmes.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing cyber security delivery, programmes, or portfolios within a technology risk environment.
• Strong track record delivering complex technology or security initiatives across multiple teams.
• Excellent programme, project, and stakeholder management capability.
• Ability to navigate cyber and security architectures to manage dependencies and delivery risk.
• Strong reporting, planning, and financial forecasting skills.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

Nice to have

• Experience working with Identity & Access Management, Cloud Security, or Threat Detection.
• Familiarity with threat-informed defence or risk-based prioritisation approaches.
• Experience delivering programmes involving security tooling, automation, or platform integration.

Culture & Benefits

• Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary.
• Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day and Bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance and free 24/7 virtual GP service.
• Generous maternity, adoption, and paternity leave policies.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental wellbeing support.
• Flexible working arrangements with a hybrid office policy.