Senior Project Manager

About the role:

Optiveum is currently looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our client's team. You will be part of a broader transformation program focused on aligning an isolated Azure data center with group-wide standards, policies, and security requirements.
We are seeking a proactive professional capable of delivering projects end-to-end as the sole PM, operating smoothly across both Waterfall and Agile delivery models to ensure strong governance, stakeholder management, and execution discipline.

Responsibilities:

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Initiate, plan, and deliver transformation and integration projects in the Azure cloud and cybersecurity domains.
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Own the full project lifecycle, carefully managing scope, plan, budget, risks, and stakeholders.
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Deliver projects using both Waterfall and Agile approaches, depending on the specific project's needs.
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Apply structured Waterfall practices (clear phases, documentation, change control, governance).
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Run Agile ceremonies and support iterative delivery where appropriate.
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Coordinate cross-functional teams across IT, cloud, business, and security departments.
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Ensure strict alignment with cybersecurity and compliance requirements.
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Provide clear reporting, risk management, and decision support to key stakeholders.

Requirements:

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Proven experience working as a sole Project Manager on IT projects (specifically IT transformation and integration projects).
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Strong, hands-on experience in both Waterfall and Agile delivery methods.
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Preferred PMI certification (CAPM or PMP).
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Solid understanding of Cloud and Cybersecurity domains, including: Azure Cloud Architecture, Firewalls (FW), Proxy solutions, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Database Activity Monitoring, Endpoint Protection, Security Monitoring, Vulnerability management, Security baselines, Identity & Access Management (IAM), and Network Security.
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Outstanding communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills.
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Advanced proficiency in English.