Director - Architecture and Technology

Scyne Advisory; Canberra; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector consulting firm in Canberra is seeking client-facing consultants for its Defence team. The role involves developing client relationships, providing strategic direction, and leading teams to support Defence projects. Australian Citizenship and willingness for security clearance are mandatory. The position offers mentorship, flexible working arrangements, and additional benefits including parental leave and wellness allowances.

Benefits

Market-leading parental leave

Flexible working arrangements

Additional leave options

Employee share options

Smart device reimbursement

Wellness and lifestyle allowances

Qualifications

• Australian Citizenship required.
• Willingness to undertake Baseline (or NV1) clearance.
• Experience in government or defence consulting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop client work and new client opportunities.
• Provide vision and direction for your teams.
• Lead resource planning and strategic business targets.
• Foster a culture of innovation and improvement.
• Build partnerships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Client engagement

Strategic planning

Innovation

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Job description

Overview

Scyne is a public purpose sector specialist that supports governments, their agencies, and not-for-profit organisations to deliver services to Australians. Our purpose-driven professionals provide clients with access to the skills, capabilities and expertise to support government agendas and public purpose projects. We operate across three national practices: Transformation, Risk, Programs and Cyber, and Commercial, Financial and Infrastructure.

We have newly created opportunities in our Transformation Practice’s Defence team, located in Canberra. As a client-facing consultant, you’ll provide advice, services and support to help Defence clients defend Australia and its national interests, promote security and stability, and support the Australian community as directed by the Government.

Note: These positions require Australian Citizenship and willingness to undertake Baseline (or NV1) clearance to support work with Defence. For more information, please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency site.

Responsibilities

• Develop new client work with existing clients and through new client opportunities.
• Provide vision and direction for teams you manage.
• Set and achieve strategic business targets and lead resource planning.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders and contribute to project quality and success.

Team and Practice Details

Architecture & Technology within the Transformation Practice helps clients leverage digital capabilities to meet strategic objectives. Focus areas include: enterprise architecture, design and automation of technology solutions (full stack development, hyperscale platforms, SaaS solutions), and development operations (agile, tooling, AI enablement).

The Defence-focused roles are suitable for consulting professionals at various stages, from Associate to Director, who are collaborative, growth-minded, and eager to contribute to Government and Defence outcomes. Permanent team members receive mentorship from industry leaders and opportunities to advance as trusted advisors in Defence.

Role Levels

• Associate through to Director

Benefits and Information

• Market-leading parental leave and related benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Additional leave options including birthday leave, cultural leave, study leave, volunteering leave, and more
• Employee share options
• Smart device reimbursement
• Wellness and lifestyle allowances
• Sonder digital care platform for wellbeing

How to Apply

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