Junior Project Manager (IT and Cybersecurity)

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Our client is seeking a driven Junior Project Manager to join their dynamic IT and Cybersecurity team in Pretoria.  This junior role offers significant growth opportunities within our specialised product lines and a clear path towards Cyber Risk and Compliance project leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Managed and coordinated multiple IT and cybersecurity projects, ensuring high-quality delivery that was aligned with business objectives.
• Work closely with the project team and stakeholders to understand business processes and decision-making to maximise customer value.
• Create and maintain detailed project schedules, including in-scope activities, dependencies, and critical milestones.
• Monitor project progress, perform quality assurance, and ensure deliverables meet client expectations and company standards.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and communication plans.
• Participate and minute project meetings, and stakeholder discussions, and ensure clear and proactive communication including documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist in managing helpdesk support calls related to projects, including analysis, assignment, and escalation.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors for issue resolution and project-related system enhancements.
• Ensure projects are executed in compliance with company policies, processes, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the project management framework.

Requirements:

• Matric and relevant tertiary qualification
• 2-4 years of IT Project Management experience preferably in cybersecurity
• Client-focused with a commitment to delivering positive client experiences.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies (MS Projects, Agile, Waterfall, etc.)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication verbal and written, self-starter, team player, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and negotiate win-win solutions.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.