Senior IT Project Manager
Sophos
About UsSophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions for defeating cyberattacks. The company acquired Secureworks in February 2025, bringing together two pioneers that have redefined the cybersecurity industry with their innovative, native AI-optimized services, technologies and products. Sophos is now the largest pure-play Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider, supporting more than 28,000 organizations. In addition to MDR and other services, Sophos’ complete portfolio includes industry-leading endpoint, network, email, and cloud security that interoperate and adapt to defend through the Sophos Central platform. Secureworks provides the innovative, market-leading Taegis XDR/MDR, identity threat detection and response (ITDR), next-gen SIEM capabilities, managed risk, and a comprehensive set of advisory services. Sophos sells all these solutions through reseller partners, Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) worldwide, defending more than 600,000 organizations worldwide from phishing, ransomware, data theft, other every day and state-sponsored cybercrimes. The solutions are powered by historical and real-time threat intelligence from Sophos X-Ops and the newly added Counter Threat Unit (CTU). Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at www.sophos.com.
Sophos is looking for a highly motivated individual committed to leading complex projects to join our IT Application Services organization. In this highly visible role, you will be the Project Manager leading team members from the business and IT on strategic initiatives spanning multiple functional areas. You will have the opportunity to work with multiple technologies to address some of the most challenging IT issues facing companies today. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining positive business relationships throughout the business community and IT, while delivering timely, viable solutions to our customers. In turn, you will have the opportunity to work with a leading-edge IT organization with top quality people focused on customer satisfaction, execution and delivery.
What you will do:Establish and manage project schedules and work breakdown structures to ensure project objectives are metCreate and drive project plans to optimize cross-functional resourcesCoordinate activities of sub-teamsControls the day-to-day aspects of projects (may include multiple projects) with regard to scope, schedule, resources and budgetDocument and communicate status, issues, and risks in a timely manner to project team and senior managementServe as the first point of escalation for the project teamEnsure high team moraleMentor and train team members in project managementBuild strong business relationshipsManage project issues to resolutionActively participate in the execution of the project management strategy within the organizationEngage, promote and improve the Sophos IT Applications project management methodology
What you will bring:RequiredExcellent project management, organization, and team collaboration skillsDemonstrated experience leading IT software projects with project team sizes greater than 5 peopleDemonstrated experience in applying and improving project management methodologyDemonstrated understanding of software development lifecycles (i.e. Agile, SCRUM, waterfall)Demonstrated track record of delivering projects in scope, on-time, and within budgetOutstanding verbal and written communicationOutstanding facilitation and presentation skillsOutstanding negotiation, leadership and problem-solving skillsComfort with ambiguity, frequent change, or unpredictabilityDemonstrated commitment to quality
DesiredUniversity degree in Business Management, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related areaExperience working at large consulting firm leading software implementationsPrior experience as an IT business analyst or programmerReady to Join Us?At Sophos, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. Research shows that candidates sometimes hesitate to apply if they don't check every box in a job description. We challenge that notion. Your unique experiences and skills might be exactly what we need to enhance our team. Don't let a checklist hold you back – we encourage you to apply.
What's Great About Sophos?· Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. While we are a remote first organization, applicants must have legal authorization to work in the jurisdiction where the position is posted, without requiring employer sponsorship.· Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit· Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy· Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities· Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint· Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp· Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge · Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing
Our Commitment To YouWe’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we’re committed to ensuring equality of opportunity. We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team. All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation. We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know.
Data ProtectionIf you choose to explore an opportunity, and subsequently share your CV or other personal details with Sophos, these details will be held by Sophos for 12 months in accordance with our Privacy Policy and used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Sophos. If you would like Sophos to delete or update your details at any time, please follow the steps set out in the Privacy Policy describing your individual rights. For more information on Sophos’ data protection practices, please consult our Privacy Policy
Sophos is looking for a highly motivated individual committed to leading complex projects to join our IT Application Services organization. In this highly visible role, you will be the Project Manager leading team members from the business and IT on strategic initiatives spanning multiple functional areas. You will have the opportunity to work with multiple technologies to address some of the most challenging IT issues facing companies today. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining positive business relationships throughout the business community and IT, while delivering timely, viable solutions to our customers. In turn, you will have the opportunity to work with a leading-edge IT organization with top quality people focused on customer satisfaction, execution and delivery.
What you will do:Establish and manage project schedules and work breakdown structures to ensure project objectives are metCreate and drive project plans to optimize cross-functional resourcesCoordinate activities of sub-teamsControls the day-to-day aspects of projects (may include multiple projects) with regard to scope, schedule, resources and budgetDocument and communicate status, issues, and risks in a timely manner to project team and senior managementServe as the first point of escalation for the project teamEnsure high team moraleMentor and train team members in project managementBuild strong business relationshipsManage project issues to resolutionActively participate in the execution of the project management strategy within the organizationEngage, promote and improve the Sophos IT Applications project management methodology
What you will bring:RequiredExcellent project management, organization, and team collaboration skillsDemonstrated experience leading IT software projects with project team sizes greater than 5 peopleDemonstrated experience in applying and improving project management methodologyDemonstrated understanding of software development lifecycles (i.e. Agile, SCRUM, waterfall)Demonstrated track record of delivering projects in scope, on-time, and within budgetOutstanding verbal and written communicationOutstanding facilitation and presentation skillsOutstanding negotiation, leadership and problem-solving skillsComfort with ambiguity, frequent change, or unpredictabilityDemonstrated commitment to quality
DesiredUniversity degree in Business Management, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related areaExperience working at large consulting firm leading software implementationsPrior experience as an IT business analyst or programmerReady to Join Us?At Sophos, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. Research shows that candidates sometimes hesitate to apply if they don't check every box in a job description. We challenge that notion. Your unique experiences and skills might be exactly what we need to enhance our team. Don't let a checklist hold you back – we encourage you to apply.
What's Great About Sophos?· Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. While we are a remote first organization, applicants must have legal authorization to work in the jurisdiction where the position is posted, without requiring employer sponsorship.· Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit· Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy· Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities· Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint· Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp· Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge · Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing
Our Commitment To YouWe’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we’re committed to ensuring equality of opportunity. We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team. All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation. We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know.
Data ProtectionIf you choose to explore an opportunity, and subsequently share your CV or other personal details with Sophos, these details will be held by Sophos for 12 months in accordance with our Privacy Policy and used by our recruitment team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Sophos. If you would like Sophos to delete or update your details at any time, please follow the steps set out in the Privacy Policy describing your individual rights. For more information on Sophos’ data protection practices, please consult our Privacy Policy
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