At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead IT and cyber security across APAC, driving tech transformation and improving service delivery.
- Company: Exciting organisation in the TICC space with a strong brand and growth strategy.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, opportunity for regional travel, and supportive leadership.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a growing international team and make a real impact on technology and security.
- Qualifications: Experience in IT infrastructure, cloud technology, and cyber security leadership.
The predicted salary is between 135000 - 165000 $ per year.
The Organisation: proteqt talent solutions are exclusively working with our client, who are an exciting organisation undergoing significant growth in the TICC (Testing, Inspection, Certification & Compliance) space. With a Head Office in the UK and a regional team based in Melbourne, they have a scalable M&A strategy unique to the sector, with a rich pipeline backed by a strong brand and reputation.
The Opportunity: This newly created role will lead IT and cyber security across APAC, driving technology transformation, improving service delivery and establishing consistent systems, security standards and governance frameworks. Reporting to the Divisional Managing Director, APAC, and working closely with the UK-based Group CTO, you will collaborate with senior executives and business leaders across a diverse portfolio of companies. Operating within a federated business model, where individual businesses retain operational autonomy, success will depend on your ability to lead with humility, build trusted relationships and balance Group-wide technology objectives with local business needs.
Your key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Regional IT Leadership
- Cyber Security & Technology Risk
- IT Service Management & Operations
- Infrastructure, Cloud & Workplace Technology
- Technology Transformation
- Supplier & Managed Service Management
- IT Financial Management
- Governance, Architecture & Standards
- Leadership & Stakeholder Management
About you: We are seeking a commercially minded, adaptable and self-motivated technology leader with broad technical expertise and experience navigating complex, multi-site or decentralised organisations. You will have a strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud, workplace technology, applications, IT service management, Cyber Security, technology risk and resilience. You will combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach, leading with humility while building trusted relationships, influencing stakeholders and driving meaningful change.
Why consider this opportunity? Join a growing international organisation that values collaboration, empowerment and practical leadership. You will have the opportunity to take ownership, contribute to regional business growth and work alongside an experienced, approachable global leadership team that encourages initiative and supports its people to achieve meaningful outcomes. The role can be based in Melbourne, Perth, Sydney or Brisbane, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements depending on location. Regional and occasional international travel will be required, along with flexibility to work across different time zones.
proteqt Talent Solutions actively embraces diversity in the workforce through inclusive community representation of gender, culture, thought and work arrangements.
Head of IT & Security in Melbourne employer: Proteqt
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