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# Technology Project Manager (Cyber Security) at WPP

- **Company:** WPP
- **Location:** Chennai, India
- **Posted:** 2026-04-27
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-05
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wpp/jobs/8507872002

## Job description

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.

We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.

We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.

Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

For more information, visit [WPP.com.](https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwpp.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CErica.Durr%40wpp.com%7C9bf4566a65bc46a48ac008de749116ea%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639076363668176216%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Q9juosud56XGLThSFZ1NpPZd6FXpJPxV74OeRZWoh%2B4%3D&reserved=0)

Why we're hiring:

WPP ET provides Enterprise Technology services for WPP, the world’s largest communications services group. As a creative transformation company, WPP is helping its clients transform the future through extraordinary work. WPP ET is an integral part of that journey, and we are proud to provide technology for some of the world’s most creative brands.

The Cyber Security Improvement Specialist role has end to end accountability for the management of one or more Cyber Security improvement initiatives in line with operational security strategy. Through completion of these the role holder will further improve the organisations detective, protective and responsive operational security capabilities. Delivering and effectively managing operational security improvement initiatives the role holder will strengthen the Organisations security posture, increase its security maturity, and enhance its security capabilities.

The Cyber Security Improvement Specialist will manage engagement with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels of responsibility, suppliers and the wider Operational Security Team.

What you'll be doing:

Establishing Initiatives

- Scope: Defining and agreeing scope of initiatives using established tools and techniques
- Stakeholders: Identifying and engaging all stakeholders and developing and implementing an appropriate communication plan
- Investment: Leading in the securing of investment through provision of estimates to support Business Case including resources, time, costs, risks, issues, dependencies and assumptions
- Resources: Defining the resources required and sourcing; directly line managing resources as required
- Mobilisation: Production and distribution of all key mobilisation artefacts such as RACI matrices, Scoping Documents, Project Management documentation; Project Briefs, Project Plans, RAID Logs, Weekly Reporting, collaboration tools, running workshops, implementing governance
- Working collaboratively with all key stakeholders accountable internal and external for all the relevant business case documents

Plan/Monitor/Control

- Leadership of initiative teams to deliver against the agreed metrics for time, cost and quality
- Manage the initiatives in line agreed methodology
- Responsible for leading a project, bringing together all internal and external supplier deliverables to ensure delivery of a complete end-to-end solution that is assured against the agreed scope
- Create an agreed project plan and baseline schedule and maintain under strict change control
- Establish and maintain unambiguous controls (Constraints; Actions; Risks; Dependencies; Deliverables; Decisions; Issues; Change; Assumptions)
- Establish and operate Financial control
- Ongoing proactive management of stakeholders and communication
- Agree span of control within the scope under strict change control (management by exception/ tolerances)
- Establish initiative meeting cadence
- Adherence to established reporting processes
- Adherence to established gateways and corporate governance obligations
- Comply with data and cyber security obligations
- Ensure Business Change activities are in place appropriate to the initiatives
- Prioritisation of tasks within the project delivery activity and escalation as required

Closing

- Establish and execute an agreed transition plan with BAU teams
- Controlled closure (finances; user acceptance; service acceptance; gateway; review artefacts, lessons learnt)

Compliance

- Act in accordance will all current and relevant WPP policies

## Team Management

- Ability to build high performing initiative teams
- Deputise for the Cyber Security Improvement Manager as required
- Help ensure that WPP IT meets all local legislative and regulatory requirements

What you'll need:

- APMP, Prince 2, Prince 2 Agile or similar certification or appropriate level of experience
- Comprehensive knowledge about vulnerability and security policies such as ISO standards
- Experience of selection, negotiation and procurement of cyber security systems and tools;
- Proven experience of project delivery, deployment and configuration of cyber security systems and tooling within large and complex organisations
- Experience of managing large scale and complex cyber security initiatives
- Demonstrable experience of successful management of internal and external stakeholders
- Experience of working closely with multinational teams able to relate to their roles and ensure that the Operational Security team is seamlessly integrated in process and technology terms

Who you are:

You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.

You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.

You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

What we'll give you:

Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.

Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.

Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

Please read our Privacy Notice (https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment) for more information on how we process the information you provide.

## About WPP

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: WPP is the world’s largest advertising and marketing services group, helping leading brands navigate change and deliver growth through media, creative, production, and enterprise solutions.
- **Entity Type**: Public (LSE: WPP, NYSE: WPP)
- **Headquarters**: London, United Kingdom
- **Founded**: 1971 (by Sir Martin Sorrell)
- **Founders**: Sir Martin Sorrell

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Advertising, Marketing, Media, Public Relations, Digital Services
- **Target customers**: B2B and B2C enterprise clients – global brands, retailers, and government organisations
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “Trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands” – aligning success with clients, people, and partners to deliver transformation and growth.

## Products & Services
- **WPP Media**: Media planning, buying, and data-driven audience targeting across all channels.
- **WPP Creative**: Brand building, advertising, content creation, and storytelling with AI-enabled personalisation.
- **WPP Production**: Next-generation production services using generative AI to accelerate timelines and reduce costs.
- **WPP Enterprise Solutions**: Transformative enterprise technology, customer experience, and commerce solutions.
- **WPP Open**: Pioneering agentic marketing platform that unifies data, AI agents, and human talent in a single secure workspace for end-to-end marketing planning and execution.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: ~£10 billion (approx. $12.5 billion) as of mid-2025 (market data from LSE)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of £14.8 billion (2024 full year)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Institutional investors; technology partners include Adobe, Google, Microsoft, and leading AI innovators.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Launch of WPP Open, an AI-powered agentic platform that securely connects client data for real-time optimisation.
  - Continued investment in generative AI for production and creative personalisation.
  - Global headcount of approximately 100,000 employees, with offices in over 100 countries.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Scale & Integration**: Only company that combines media, creative, production, and enterprise solutions under one roof, offering seamless end-to-end services.
- **WPP Open Platform**: Proprietary AI platform that differentiates by enabling privacy-safe, real-time marketing optimisation across all client touchpoints.
- **Deep Tech Partnerships**: Exclusive integrations with Google, Microsoft, Adobe, and AI startups, giving clients access to best‑in‑class innovation.
- **Talent & Culture**: Attracts top creative, data, and technology professionals; strong emphasis on internal mobility and cross‑discipline careers.

## Strategic Focus
- **AI‑First Transformation**: Embedding AI across all operations via WPP Open to automate routine tasks and elevate creative work.
- **Sustainability & Trust**: Embedding sustainability into client solutions and committing to transparency in data use and measurement.
- **Simplification**: Becoming simpler to work with – breaking down silos between operating units to deliver integrated outcomes.

## Why Work Here
- **Global Opportunities**: Work with iconic brands (e.g., Ford, Unilever, Google, Nestlé) across 100+ countries; careers span media, creative, tech, data, and production.
- **AI as a Teammate**: WPP positions AI as a force multiplier, not a replacement – giving employees the chance to focus on high‑value, creative work.
- **Culture of Belonging**: Emphasises openness, trust, and diversity; “Belonging isn’t a programme” – building a culture where people feel free to be themselves.
- **Growth & Mobility**: Designed for career mobility – move across disciplines, brands, and borders; continuous learning supported.
- **Work Environment**: Hybrid/remote arrangements vary by role and location; global campuses in London, New York, and other major cities designed to spark collaboration.
- **Perks & Benefits**: Competitive compensation, learning & development programmes, and a commitment to inclusive hiring (including use of AI tools to reduce bias in recruitment).

## Sources
1. [wpp.com - Company Overview](https://www.wpp.com/en/about)
2. [wpp.com - Careers](https://www.wpp.com/en/careers)
3. [wpp.com - Search & Apply](https://www.wpp.com/careers/search-and-apply)
4. [Greenhouse - Jobs at WPP](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wpp)

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