Project Manager (Cyber Security)

Initial 11 month contract + possible extension
Brisbane CBD
Hybrid and flexible working available

In collaboration with the Queensland State Government, Emanate Technology is looking for an experienced Project Manager to deliver a major Essential 8 Uplift program. This role will see you leading the end-to-end delivery of a critical cyber security initiative designed to strengthen resilience and align with the ACSC Essential 8 framework.

What you’ll be doing

• Scoping project objectives, deliverables, and governance frameworks
• Driving end-to-end delivery of the Essential 8 Uplift program
• Leading stakeholder engagement across internal teams, vendors, and senior leaders
• Managing project risks, issues, and contingency planning
• Allocating resources and overseeing budget management
• Reporting project progress, risks, and milestones to stakeholders
• Partnering with technical teams to ensure controls are effectively implemented

• Experience delivering complex IT and cyber security projects
• Knowledge applying ACSC Essential 8 and cyber security frameworks
• Background leading stakeholder engagement across multiple levels
• Proven ability managing risks, budgets, and resources in large programs
• Strength in communication, leadership, and influencing skills
• Certification in project management (e.g. PRINCE2)

• Experience delivering security uplift programs in large organisations
• Knowledge spanning network security, identity & access, and endpoint protection
• Exposure working in fast-paced or highly regulated environments