Cyber Security Project Manager

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) in Sydney is seeking a Cyber Security Project Manager to lead high-profile security projects that protect critical government services and information.

Reporting to the Cyber Program Manager, you will guide planning, governance and delivery across business and technology teams, building strong stakeholder relationships and turning strategy into real-world results.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex cyber security, technology or transformation projects from planning through to delivery.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to influence stakeholders with different priorities and perspectives.
• Confidence in providing clear advice and recommendations to senior leaders.
• The ability to remain calm, focused and adaptable in fast-moving and changing environments.
• Sound judgement when balancing risk, delivery outcomes and organisational priorities.
• A collaborative approach that brings people together to solve complex challenges.
• Strong project planning and governance experience, with a focus on achieving quality outcomes.
• A genuine interest in helping organisations build stronger cyber resilience and security capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic cyber security initiatives across planning and governance to delivery.
• Collaborate with business and technology teams to turn cyber strategies into real-world results.
• Engage stakeholders and manage programs from planning to delivery and reporting.

Skills

Cyber security projects

Stakeholder management

Governance and planning

Risk management

Education

Project management or IT related degree

Job description

Shape your world through work that helps build a thriving NSW

• Lead high-profile cyber security projects and programs that protect critical government services and information
• Temporary (up to 31 October 2028) full-time opportunity
• Office location based in Parramatta with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $$154,231 to $178,369 + super

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you will contribute to shaping lives and communities across NSW, while shaping your own career. You will enjoy flexible work options, varied and impactful projects, and a vibrant, diverse team culture built on collaboration, inclusion and support. We are creating a workplace where everyone belongs and where you can balance work, life and wellbeing.

The role

Cyber security is constantly evolving, and so are the challenges organisations face. As Cyber Security Project Manager, you'll lead strategic initiatives that strengthen cyber resilience, reduce risk and help ensure the services people rely on remain secure and reliable.

Reporting into the Cyber Program Manager you will be working across business and technology teams, you'll bring people together around a shared goal, navigate competing priorities and deliver meaningful outcomes. From planning and governance through to implementation and stakeholder engagement, you'll play a key role in turning cyber security strategies into real-world results.

For more information about this position, read the full Role Description: Cyber Security Project Manager.

What you will bring to the role

• Experience leading complex cyber security, technology or transformation projects from planning through to delivery
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to influence stakeholders with different priorities and perspectives
• Confidence in providing clear advice and recommendations to senior leaders
• The ability to remain calm, focused and adaptable in fast-moving and changing environments
• Sound judgement when balancing risk, delivery outcomes and organisational priorities
• A collaborative approach that brings people together to solve complex challenges
• Strong project planning and governance experience, with a focus on achieving quality outcomes
• A genuine interest in helping organisations build stronger cyber resilience and security capability

What is an essential requirement

• Relevant qualifications and/or equivalent experience in project management, cyber security, information technology or a related discipline.

About Us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

(We are a high-performing organisation that proudly reflects the communities we serve. Our diversity strengthens our cultural capability and enables us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people across NSW. As an inclusive and accessible workplace, we value your contribution, lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we want you to feel supported, connected and empowered to succeed. With flexible work arrangements, job share options, workplace adjustments and various employee affinity groups, we are here to help you thrive every day.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Gokul Devarajan (Program Manager) at [e-mail].

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via [e-mail] or [phone] - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.