Job Description
Project Delivery Lead | Cyber Security Uplift Program/n /n /n
- Duration: Contract until June 2027 + Extensions /n
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Location:
Sydney or Melbourne preferred /n
- Rate: $1,000 + Super daily /n
- Immediate start required. /n /n /nA major organisation operating within a highly regulated and critical infrastructure environment is seeking an experienced Project Delivery Lead to drive a significant Essential 8 cyber security uplift program./n /nImportantly, this role will be responsible for taking a complex portfolio of security initiatives from mobilisation and business case development through to implementation, governance, operational readiness and transition into BAU. /n /nThis is an prospect for a hands-on, delivery-focused senior project/program leader who is comfortable operating in complex environments and able to start making an immediate impact./n /n /nThe Role/n /nAn initial priority will be establishing delivery foundations, confirming scope, assessing dependencies and translating a prioritised uplift backlog into an integrated and achievable delivery roadmap./n /nYou will lead the development of a compelling business case to secure funding and executive approval, before taking ownership of end-to-end delivery across the program./n /nResponsibilities will include:/n /n
- Leading program mobilisation and delivery planning /n
- Developing business cases, funding submissions and delivery options /n
- Managing integrated schedules, milestones, risks and dependencies /n
- Overseeing budgets, forecasts and change control processes /n
- Driving governance, reporting and executive communications /n
- Coordinating internal teams, vendors and delivery partners /n
- Maintaining delivery discipline across multiple concurrent workstreams /n
- Supporting senior leadership and governance forums with clear,



concise reporting /n /n /n /nAbout You/n /nYou will bring proven experience leading complex Essential 8 cyber security programs, preferably within large, highly regulated, critical infrastructure enterprise environments./n /nWe are particularly interested in professionals who have successfully:/n /n /n
- Hands-on experience driving Essential Eight Maturity Level 2 uplift programs within complex enterprise-critical infrastructure environments. /n
- Mobilised large cyber security programs from the ground up /n
- Developed and secured approval for significant business cases or investment initiatives /n
- Led delivery through implementation and operational transition /n
- Managed multiple workstreams, stakeholders and delivery partners /n
- Operated within strong governance and regulatory environments /n /n /n /nRequired Experience/n /n /n
- Essential Eight maturity uplift program delivery experience /n
- Security compliance or cyber resilience initiatives /n
- Critical infrastructure, telecommunications, utilities, transport or government environments /n
- Security of Critical Infrastructure (SOCI), ISM or equivalent regulatory frameworks /n
- Vendor and commercial management experience /n
- PMP, PRINCE2, Agile or related certifications /n /n /n /nWhat's Important/n /nThe successful candidate will be a self-starter who can quickly establish credibility, operate autonomously and work effectively with stakeholders at all levels. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate strong cyber security delivery experience and a track record of leading complex uplift programs from inception through to successful completion./n /nWhat to do next?/n /nIf you've successfully delivered large-scale E8 cyber security uplift programs from business case through to implementation and operational transition, and can start immediately, apply now or send your updated resume to Reece.
[email protected] for a confidential discussion.#3023766/n

📌 Project Delivery Lead (Sydney)
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📍 Sydney