Job Description

SecureTalent has been exclusively engaged to appoint an IAM Strategic Lead for a Leading Blue Chip Organisation.

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Reporting directly to the Chief Information Security Officer, this is a unique opportunity to define and drive the long-term Identity & Access Management strategy for a complex enterprise where identity is recognised as a critical enabler of cyber security, digital transformation and business resilience.

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This is a highly strategic leadership position focused on setting enterprise direction, influencing executive stakeholders and governing Identity & Access Management capabilities across the organisation. Rather than leading day-to-day operations, you'll shape the vision, operating model and roadmap that underpin the organisation's identity strategy for years to come.

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The Opportunity

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As the senior authority for Identity & Access Management, you will define the enterprise IAM vision and roadmap, ensuring identity strategy aligns with business objectives, regulatory requirements and modern security frameworks.

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You'll provide executive oversight across key IAM domains including Identity Governance, Privileged Access Management (PAM), Authentication, Federation and Zero Trust, while governing a managed IAM service and driving continuous improvement through strategic vendor partnerships.

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Working closely with executive leadership, you'll communicate cyber risk in commercial terms, influence organisational priorities and help position IAM as a foundation for secure business growth.





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About You

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You are an experienced cyber security leader with a solid background in enterprise Identity & Access Management and a proven ability to influence at executive level.

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You'll bring:

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- Deep expertise across Identity Governance, Privileged Access Management (PAM), Authentication, Federation and Zero Trust.
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- Experience leading IAM programmes across cloud, hybrid and on-premises environments.
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- Strong vendor governance and managed service oversight experience.
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- A solid understanding of cyber security governance, risk and compliance frameworks, including NIST CSF or equivalent.
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- Exceptional executive communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical risk into meaningful business outcomes.
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- A collaborative leadership style with the credibility to engage senior executives, business leaders and technology stakeholders.
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Why This Opportunity?

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This role offers the chance to influence cyber strategy at the highest level within a complex enterprise undergoing significant transformation.

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You'll work directly alongside an experienced executive leadership team, helping shape the future of enterprise identity while driving meaningful security outcomes across a large and complex technology landscape.

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If you're looking for a role where strategy, influence and executive leadership are your primary focus, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

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📌 Identity & Access Management Strategic Lead (New South Wales)
🏢 SecureTalent
📍 New South Wales