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    Security Services

    Project Manager

    Cheltenham, United KingdomOn-SiteFull-timePosted 5d ago
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    Job description

    Work on Technology That Protects What Matters

    At SiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that support Defence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter.

    We’re looking for a Project Manager who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact.

    What You’ll Do

    As a Project Manager, you’ll play a crucial role in managing agile projects using an iterative approach to delivery. 

    You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and business resources to ensure successful project delivery. 

    Your work may include:

    • Project management- The ability to manage all aspects of project delivery, including forecasting, change management and risk management. 
    • Oversee deliverables from cross-functional teams, vendors, and business resources. 
    • Foster open communication across teams to identify cross-team development dependencies and risks early on. 
    • Experience of working in a project delivery environment with a sound understanding of structured and agile methodologies and applying them in separate situations (e.g. APMP, MSP, Jira, Tempo, Scrum). 
    • Problem solving- The ability to identify problems collaboratively and develop actions/solutions, communicating both to key stakeholders and presenting information through reports, dashboards and slides as appropriate. 
    • Commercial awareness- Providing contract management, supplier management. 
    • Market experience working within the UK Defence & Security sector is advantageous. 

    Occasional visits to Herefordshire required

    What We’re Looking For

    We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don’t need to tick every box, but we’re particularly interested in people with skills/experience in:

    • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related fields preferred or equivalent experience. 
    • Relevant certifications (e.g., APMP, Prince2, Agile Certification) 
    • Strong project management, risk management, and procurement management skills. 
    • Familiarity with the Scrum, Shape Up and Kanban profiles and methodologies. 
    • Experience within Defence would be highly beneficial 

    Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered.

    About SiXworks

    SiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner delivering secure, mission-critical technology to Defence and National Security organisations. We focus on digital experimentation, secure-by-design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application development to help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges.

    Our team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive.

    Why Join Us

    Our culture is guided by six principles: Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity our North Star for how we work. SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fast cutting-edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments.

    As an end-to-end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission-critical digital advantages. This is a thrilling time for us, with ambitious plans for growth. We are looking for brilliant, experienced, driven and self-motivated people to join the team on our journey.

    We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces.

    A word on UK Security Clearance 

    Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here:  

    United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) 

    Interested? 

    Please apply!

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    Sixworks

    Sixworks is a company focused on personnel security, ensuring business processes comply with relevant legislation and government standards. They facilitate site visits and inspections for government representatives.

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