Senior Project Manager (Govt Agency)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver complex infrastructure and cybersecurity projects involving networking, servers, storage, common services, and security solutions. This role requires a hands-on leader who can drive project success from initiation through to closure, ensuring alignment with client expectations, service level agreements, and business objectives.
As a Senior Project Manager at NCS, you'll work closely with cross-functional teams, clients, and partners to deliver infrastructure and cybersecurity solutions that enable digital transformation, operational excellence, and cyber resilience.
Project Delivery & Management
Lead end-to-end delivery of infrastructure and cybersecurity projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
Develop comprehensive project plans with defined milestones, deliverables, resource estimates, and timelines
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality to ensure successful outcomes
Monitor and report project health status, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards and client requirements
Coordinate with technical teams across networking, server/storage, common services, and cybersecurity domains
Oversee Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) workflows, ensuring proper scoping, execution, remediation tracking, and reporting
Stakeholder & Client Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with clients, understanding their business needs and security objectives
Conduct regular project reviews and status updates with clients and senior management
Manage client expectations and ensure alignment between project deliverables and business outcomes
Escalate critical issues, security incidents, or variations to service levels to senior leadership as appropriate
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Lead, mentor, and guide project team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment
Ensure team members have the necessary tools, resources, and support to execute project tasks effectively
Coordinate across multiple workstreams and technical domains (networking, servers, storage, common services, cybersecurity)
Facilitate communication and collaboration between internal teams, clients, and third-party partners
Provide coaching and development opportunities for junior project managers and team members
Documentation & Governance
Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including plans, reports, change logs, and security assessments
Ensure documentation repositories are organized and accessible for all stakeholders
Prepare and submit project plans, progress reports, VAPT reports, and summary reports for review and approval
Ensure compliance with organizational governance, quality standards, regulatory requirements, and security frameworks (e.g., IM8, ISO 27001, NIST, CIS)
Maintain adherence to project management methodologies and cybersecurity best practices
Business Development & Continuous Improvement
Proactively identify opportunities for service expansion, improvement, or innovation in infrastructure and cybersecurity
Contribute to proposal development and pre-sales activities for infrastructure and security projects
Drive process improvements and introduce best practices to enhance project delivery efficiency
Stay current with emerging infrastructure technologies, cybersecurity trends, and threat landscapes
Experience
5–7 years of IT project management experience, with hands-on involvement in infrastructure and cybersecurity projects involving:
Networking (routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, LAN/WAN, network security)
Servers (Windows Server, Linux/Unix, Active Directory, virtualization platforms)
Storage (SAN, NAS, backup and recovery solutions)
Common Services (DNS, DHCP, monitoring tools, patch management)
Cybersecurity Products (firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, SIEM, SOAR, threat intelligence platforms, WAF, IAM/PAM solutions, encryption, PKI)
VAPT Workflow (scoping, execution, vulnerability remediation tracking, reporting, and retesting)
Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, multi-workstream infrastructure and security projects
Experience managing projects in enterprise, government, or regulated environments is highly desirable
Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and resources effectively
Technical Knowledge
Strong understanding of infrastructure technologies, architecture, and deployment methodologies
In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, security architecture, and security testing methodologies
Hands-on experience with VAPT processes, including vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and remediation workflows
Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (IM8, ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls)
Knowledge of security hardening, vulnerability management, and risk assessment practices
Understanding of cloud security, hybrid IT environments, and modern security design principles
Familiarity with Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and IT service management practices
Knowledge of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure) and containerization security is advantageous
Qualifications & Certifications
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required
PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum Master, or ITIL Foundation certifications are advantageous
Skills & Competencies
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines
Self-motivated with a positive "can-do" attitude and a focus on delivering results
Proficient in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Planner, or equivalent
Proficient in written and spoken English

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No