Head of IT & Security

Proteqt; Melbourne; Hybride; AUD 180 000 - 260 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

proteqt talent solutions is supporting a client undergoing growth in the TICC space. The role leads IT and cyber security across APAC, driving technology transformation, service delivery, and governance standards.

Reporting to the Divisional MD APAC and working with the UK-based Group CTO, you will collaborate with senior executives and business leaders across a diverse portfolio, balancing group objectives with local needs.

Qualifications

• Experience leading IT across multiple sites or decentralised organisations.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud, apps, and security risk.
• Ability to balance Group-wide tech objectives with local business needs.

Responsabilités

• Regional IT Leadership across APAC.
• Cyber Security & Technology Risk management.
• IT Service Management & Operations oversight.
• Infrastructure, Cloud & Workplace Technology leadership.
• Technology Transformation programs.
• Supplier & Managed Service Management.
• IT Financial Management & budgeting.
• Governance, Architecture & IT standards enforcement.
• Leadership & Stakeholder Management across federated teams.

Connaissances

IT leadership

Cyber security

Cloud infrastructure

IT service management

Governance & standards

Stakeholder management

Multi-site leadership

Technology risk

Outils

Microsoft Azure

AWS

Description du poste

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:

Thisnewly 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.

We are delighted to be managing another exclusive retained assignment created in partnership and trust with our client. proteqt Talent Solutions actively embraces diversity in the workforce through inclusive community representation of gender, culture, thought and work arrangements.