Assistant Director - Cyberworthiness & Compartment Control (multiple vacancies)

Chandler Macleod ·www.chandlermacleod.com

Location Pialligo, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Salary AUD 124,393 - 140,315 / year
Type Full time
Level Director
Source Shazamme
Government & Defence
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Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of our client for an exceptional opportunity within a high-profile Federal Government agency supporting Australia's most significant long-term capability program.


This is a rare leadership opportunity for an experienced Assistant Director – Cyberworthiness & Compartment Control professional to lead a small team delivering critical information control outcomes across a complex, high-security environment.


About the Role

You will provide leadership and oversight across information control functions supporting a major national capability program. Depending on the workstream, your focus may include compartment operations and governance, or establishing and uplifting cyberworthiness policy for cyber‑physical systems.


Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team delivering information control outcomes

• Establish and implement governance, policy and operational processes in a secure environment

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based advice to senior leaders and key stakeholders

• Coordinate complex work programs, priorities and risks to ensure delivery against milestones

• Engage collaboratively across government, industry and partner organisations



About You:

• Demonstrated experience in Defence, national security, or a comparable government environment

• Strong judgement and the ability to manage sensitive information appropriately

• Proven capability translating strategic direction/technical concepts into practical deliverables

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and written communication skills

• Experience managing competing priorities, risk and delivery in a complex environment

• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style with a commitment to integrity and continuous improvement



Security Requirement

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance.


Locations : Adelaide SA, Majura ACT, Perth WA


Apply Now

If you’re ready to take on a pivotal leadership role supporting a once-in-a-generation program, apply now.


At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is valued and supported. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all genders and identities. Learn more about our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion

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Who is hiring for the Assistant Director - Cyberworthiness & Compartment Control (multiple vacancies) role?
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Where is the Assistant Director - Cyberworthiness & Compartment Control (multiple vacancies) job located?
The Assistant Director - Cyberworthiness & Compartment Control (multiple vacancies) role with Chandler Macleod is based in Pialligo, ACT, AU.
What does the Assistant Director - Cyberworthiness & Compartment Control (multiple vacancies) role pay?
Chandler Macleod lists the Assistant Director - Cyberworthiness & Compartment Control (multiple vacancies) role at AUD 124,393–140,315 per year.
Is the Assistant Director - Cyberworthiness & Compartment Control (multiple vacancies) role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Chandler Macleod.
What experience level is the Assistant Director - Cyberworthiness & Compartment Control (multiple vacancies) role?
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