Senior Program Manager - Cyber Programs | EL2

Head of Cyber Programs / Senior Program Manager - Cyber Programs | EL2 Equivalent

Senior Program Manager Federal Government client is seeking an experienced Head of Cyber Programs to lead the strategic delivery of a high-profile cyber capability and international cooperation program. This senior leadership role is responsible for program governance, stakeholder engagement, contract and financial management, and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex cyber initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic delivery of a complex cyber program.
• Oversee program governance, risk, reporting and performance.
• Manage multimillion-dollar budgets, contracts and procurement activities.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams delivering cyber capability initiatives.
• Engage with senior government, industry and international stakeholders.
• Provide strategic advice to senior executives on program direction and delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement across program management practices.

Essential Experience

• Extensive experience leading large, complex cyber or digital transformation programs.
• Strong program governance, financial and contract management skills.
• Experience working with senior government and executive stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent strategic planning, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Desirable

• Experience delivering cyber security, critical technology or digital capability programs.
• Experience in Australian Government or other highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge of international or multi-stakeholder program delivery.

Security Clearance

• Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) is required.
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens.

Location

• Canberra, ACT
• Primarily office-based.

Contract

• Initial 12-month contract
• 12-month extension option
• Full-time engagement (37.5 hours per week).

If you have a proven track record delivering complex programs, providing strategic leadership, and working effectively with senior stakeholders, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your CV outlining your relevant experience and clearance status.

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Rashmi Kapse on + 612 6151 9206 or email rkapse@paxus.com.au and quote the 274841 job reference number.

Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.