Cyber Security Project Manager - Risk Mitigation

Job title : Cyber Security Project Manager - Risk Mitigation
Location : Queensland
Job type : Contract or Temp
Job reference : 1577416
Cyber Security Project Manager – Risk Mitigation 

We're seeking a Project Manager with extensive experience in cyber security risk mitigation and a PRINCE2 Practitioner Qualification to lead and drive security-focused projects within a Managed Services Provider (MSP) environment. This role requires a deep understanding of cyber security frameworks, risk management, and compliance standards, ensuring the successful delivery of projects that enhance security posture and regulatory adherence.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Project Planning & Execution: Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals and security priorities.
  • Stakeholder Management: Engage and collaborate with C-level executives, Program Directors, Cyber Security teams, and Technical SMEs to ensure project success.
  • Risk & Issue Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate cyber security risks, ensuring compliance with frameworks such as NIST CSF, IS18, and ISO 27001.
  • Governance & Compliance: Implement and enforce security governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) best practices, ensuring adherence to security policies and regulations.
  • Technical Project Oversight: Manage and coordinate cyber security initiatives such as end-user access control, remote access solutions, mobile device management (MDM), conditional access, and identity & access management (IAM) projects.
  • Budget & Resource Management: Oversee financials, resource allocation, and vendor engagement to optimize project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Project Documentation & Reporting: Develop comprehensive technical documentation, risk registers, and status reports aligned with PRINCE2, Agile, and MSP methodologies.
  • Change Management & Communication: Lead communication strategies, user training, and stakeholder engagement to drive adoption and benefits realization.
Mandatory Requirements:
  • PRINCE2 Practitioner Qualification or equivalent project management certification.
  • Proven experience managing cyber security and ICT projects in enterprise environments.
  • Strong understanding of security frameworks, risk management methodologies, and compliance standards.
Highly Desirable Skills & Experience:
  • Experience managing projects involving end-user access control changes, multi-factor authentication (MFA), privileged access management (PAM), and zero-trust security models.
  • Expertise in remote access technologies, mobile device management (MDM), and conditional access policies within large-scale organizations.
  • Knowledge of supply chain security risks and vendor risk management.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Jira, and other PPM tools for project tracking and reporting.
  • Experience delivering projects across both public and private sector organizations, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your updated CV and a cover letter detailing how your skills and experience align with the role's requirements.