Project Delivery Lead
Sydney Hays
Job Description
- Project Delivery Lead | Cyber Security Uplift Program
- Duration: Contract until June 2027 + Extensions
- Location: Sydney or Melbourne preferred
- Rate: $1,000 + Super daily
- Immediate start required.
A 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.
Importantly, 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.
This is an opportunity 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.
Responsibilities
- Leading program mobilisation and delivery planning
- Developing business cases, funding submissions and delivery options
- Managing integrated schedules, milestones, risks and dependencies
- Overseeing budgets, forecasts and change control processes
- Driving governance, reporting and executive communications
- Coordinating internal teams, vendors and delivery partners
- Maintaining delivery discipline across multiple concurrent workstreams
- Supporting senior leadership and governance forums with clear, concise reporting
About You
- Hands‑on experience driving Essential Eight Maturity Level 2 uplift programs within complex enterprise‑critical infrastructure environments.
- Mobilised large cyber security programs from the ground up
- Developed and secured approval for significant business cases or investment initiatives
- Led delivery through implementation and operational transition
- Managed multiple workstreams, stakeholders and delivery partners
- Operated within strong governance and regulatory environments
Requirements
- Essential Eight maturity uplift program delivery experience
- Security compliance or cyber resilience initiatives
- Critical infrastructure, telecommunications, utilities, transport or government environments
- Security of Critical Infrastructure (SOCI), ISM or equivalent regulatory frameworks
- Vendor and commercial management experience
- PMP, PRINCE2, Agile or related certifications
What's Important
The 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.
Next Steps
Interested candidates may apply directly with us or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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