Job Title: CARDS - Project Manager -LONDON
About the Job you are considering: Technical Project Manager responsible for delivering a cyber response plan for payment (PDQ) systems while ensuring compliance with security and regulatory standards. Leads cross-functional teams across payments, infrastructure (HPE Non-stop), and applications to identify gaps and execute remediation plans. Combines strong payment domain knowledge, cyber security awareness, and project management expertise to drive secure, high-availability system delivery.
Hybrid working
The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home; noting that you will be unable to work at home 100% of the time.
Job Role
* Lead end-to-end delivery of the Cyber Response Plan for the PDQ service
* Ensure alignment with cyber security standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
* Conduct gap analysis to identify security and compliance deviations
* Drive remediation planning including timelines, dependencies, and cost estimates
* Manage full project lifecycle across core acquiring/payment platforms
* Develop and maintain:
o Detailed project plans
o RAID (Risk, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) logs
o Resource and capacity plans
o Governance and reporting frameworks
* Coordinate cross-functional teams across:
o Payment processing systems (BASE24)
o HPE non-stop infrastructure
o Application and integration layers
* Build understanding of technical architecture (BASE24, HPE Non-stop)
* Ensure systems meet availability, resilience, and security requirements
* Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders across:
o Business teams
o Cyber security
o Engineering
o Infrastructure
* Lead governance forums such as:
o Steering committee meetings
o Status reporting sessions
o Risk and escalation discussions
* Manage risks, issues, and dependencies throughout the project
* Handle change control and scope management
* Track and manage project costs and budget implications
* Ensure audit readiness and compliance throughout delivery
Job Skills
Domain Expertise
* Strong knowledge of payment acquiring systems
* Understanding of:
o Credit card authorization processes
o Clearing and settlement lifecycle
* Hands‑on experience with BASE24 or similar payment switching platforms
Technical Skills
* Familiarity with HPE Non‑stop systems and high‑availability infrastructure
* Application architecture
* APIs, integrations, and message flows
* Knowledge of cyber security frameworks and controls (e.g., PCI‑DSS)
* Experience in regulated financial environments
Project Management Skills
* Proven experience managing complex technology projects
* Expertise in:
o Gap analysis and remediation planning
o Compliance‑driven delivery
* Strong understanding of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies
* Ability to manage cross‑functional dependencies in matrix organizations
Tools & Collaboration
* Proficiency in:
o JIRA (tracking and delivery)
o Confluence (documentation)
* Experience with project planning tools (e.g., MS Project)
* Strong stakeholder communication and coordination skills
Quick Summary
* Role Type: Technical Project Manager (Payments + Cyber Security)
* Focus: Delivery, compliance, coordination‑not hands‑on engineering
* Core Strengths Needed: Payment's domain + project execution + technical understanding.
We are a Disability Confident Employer
Capgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government's Disability Confident scheme. As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who: declare they have a disability, and meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. Please opt in during the application process.
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