Project Manager
Position Overview:
This dynamic role presents a unique opportunity to assist entities in enhancing their cybersecurity practices. As a Cyber Security Change Management Specialist, you will help organisations transition to more robust and agile cybersecurity frameworks, ensuring sustainability through executive sponsorship and commitment. Additionally, you will play a vital role in mentoring Cyber Graduates and contributing to their professional development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with delivery teams, partners, and government entities to develop and implement tailored transition strategies that align with the unique cultural and operational aspects of each organisation.
- Equip entities with the tools and processes to identify key stakeholders impacted by change, assess their influence and interest, and develop communication strategies to keep them informed and engaged.
- Co-create development programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of Cyber Graduates and existing employees, aiming to strengthen their cybersecurity capabilities.
- Provide guidance on handling stakeholder resistance and develop strategies for overcoming challenges, ensuring support from both internal teams and executive leadership.
- Assess the risks associated with change initiatives and create contingency plans to minimise potential setbacks.
About You:
We are looking for a proactive individual who can bring valuable experience, knowledge, and a passion for development. To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following:
Mandatory Qualifications and Conditions:
- While not essential, a foundational understanding of program management along with knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices will be highly regarded.
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience in designing and executing organisation-wide change strategies, with the ability to adapt approaches to different cultural and operational contexts.
- Expertise in stakeholder management, including analysis and mapping of stakeholders at various levels of influence and interest.
- Strong skills in addressing and managing resistance to change among stakeholders, with experience in conflict resolution and providing constructive advice.
- Demonstrated ability to influence at various organisational levels and secure executive support for change initiatives.
- Competence in assessing risks related to change management and developing effective contingency plans.
- Experience mentoring professionals, particularly in the context of organisational change, with a focus on career growth and development.
- Familiarity with the cybersecurity industry and the specific needs for upskilling cyber professionals is highly advantageous.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on government cybersecurity initiatives.
- A dynamic work environment focused on professional growth and career development.
- Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of cybersecurity while supporting the next generation of professionals.
If you are passionate about driving positive change, fostering growth, and contributing to the evolution of cybersecurity, we would love to hear from you!