Cyber Delivery Manager

2 Manager Delivery Managers EL1 equivalent

• RFQ closing date - Tuesday, 19 May 2026
• Initial contract duration - 12 months x2
• Working arrangements – Onsite
• Location of work – ACT
• Security Clearance – NV1 or above

Job Specific role description
The Cyber Security and Networks Branch within DFAT's Information Management and Technology Division is seeking an experienced Cyber Delivery Manager to support the delivery of complex cyber security initiatives. The role will work closely with business areas, technical specialists and external providers to deliver cyber projects and programs in line with agreed scope, schedule, budget and governance requirements, and to support agile and iterative delivery practices across the cyber portfolio.

The Cyber Delivery Manager is also responsible for managing and coordinating the delivery of ICT and cyber initiatives, ensuring outcomes are achieved within agreed scope, schedule and budget. The role requires strong delivery management capability, effective stakeholder engagement, and the ability to operate in complex, multi-disciplinary environments, consistent with the APS ELI Delivery Manager profile.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Deliver cyber security projects and programs using appropriate project and program management methodologies.
• Coordinate cyber assurance activities across architecture, governance, risk, compliance and audit functions.
• Manage risks, issues, dependencies and change control to ensure delivery outcomes are achieved.
• Develop and maintain project artefacts including plans, schedules, status reports and benefits management.
• Support agile and iterative delivery practices.
• Provide clear reporting and advice to senior stakeholders.

The Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA) has been used to inform the requirements. In summary, DFAT seeks a suitable candidate with the following relevant skillsets:

Skills/Levels:

• Change and transformation - Change implementation - Delivery management (DLMG) - Level 5
• Change and transformation - Change implementation - Programme management (PGMG) - Level 5
• Change and transformation - Change implementation - Project management (PGMG) - Level 5
• Strategy and planning - Strategic planning - Business change management (CIPM) - Level 4
• Relationships and engagement - Stakeholder management - Stakeholder relationship management (RLMT) - Level 4
• Delivery and operation - Service management - Service delivery (SERL) - Level 4

If you're interested, please apply or reach out to complete an application.

At Cleared Recruitment, we provide tailored recruitment solutions to individuals with a background in ICT, Engineering, Cyber and Project Services, who are seeking their next opportunity within Defence Industry, Federal Government, Intelligence and National Security.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees and job applicants are treated with respect and dignity. Therefore, we strongly encourage veterans and individuals with Defence experience to apply. The same applies to candidates who are of an indigenous origin.