EL2 Program Manager | TSPV | Canberra

Babylon Data is seeking three senior Program Managers to lead complex ICT, data, intelligence or national security programs in a secure federal government environment. You’ll coordinate multiple concurrent projects, set delivery priorities and give senior executives clear advice on program performance, risks and decisions.

Location Canberra, ACT | Onsite

Contract 12 months initially, with two possible 12-month extensions

Expected start 1 March 2027

Hours Up to 40 per week

Indicative contractor rate $160–$180 per hour, inclusive of superannuation

Security clearance Current TSPV required at the time of submission. Successful candidates must complete an Organisational Suitability Assessment before commencement.

What you’ll do

- Lead delivery across related projects, products and business change activities, keeping teams aligned on priorities, resources and schedules.
- Establish and maintain program governance, assurance and reporting so executives can make informed decisions.
- Manage cross-project risks and dependencies, resolve competing priorities and drive change across delivery teams.




- Build productive relationships with senior government and industry stakeholders, negotiate delivery trade-offs and prepare executive briefs and reports.

What you’ll bring

- A track record managing large, complex programs in ICT, data, intelligence, Defence or national security.
- Experience leading multiple concurrent projects in a complex workplace with shifting priorities.
- Strong executive stakeholder engagement, negotiation and influencing skills.
- Experience establishing and operating program governance, assurance and reporting frameworks.
- Sound risk, dependency and delivery management practices.
- Clear written and verbal communication, including experience preparing executive briefs and reports.

Experience delivering capability in Defence, the National Intelligence Community or another highly regulated government environment is desirable. Knowledge of cloud transformation, data platforms, AI-enabled systems or mission systems is valued, as is familiarity with Defence capability development, investment and governance processes.

📌 Program Manager - TPSV (Canberra)
🏢 Babylon Data
📍 Canberra