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Principal Project Manager - ICT

Brisbane Temporary AU$1,100 - AU$1,300 per day Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
The Principal Project Manager will lead large‑scale cyber security initiatives, with a specific focus on delivering Multi‑Factor Authentication and identity security uplift projects across a complex enterprise environment. They will manage end‑to‑end project delivery, guide multi‑disciplinary teams, and ensure alignment with best‑practice methodologies, budgets, and organisational standards.
  • You will drive high-impact cyber security uplift project.
  • You will lead meaningful transformation with visibility, scale, and autonomy.

About Our Client

Our client is a large, complex organisation with a significant digital and operational footprint, supporting a diverse user base across multiple sites. They are committed to strengthening their cyber security posture and investing in modern identity, access, and security technologies to create a safer, more resilient environment for their workforce and stakeholders.

Job Description

  • Lead and manage end-to-end delivery of ICT projects, ensuring objectives are met on time and within budget.
  • Ensure compliance with public sector policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
  • Lead the delivery of major cyber security initiatives with a primary focus on implementing and uplifting Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA) across a large, complex enterprise.
  • Oversee the integration, configuration, and rollout of MFA platforms such as RSA SecurID and Microsoft Entra ID, ensuring seamless adoption.
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, risks, and dependencies to ensure MFA solutions meet organisational security, compliance, and maturity requirements.
  • Provide strategic advice on identity security, MFA-related design decisions, and alignment to broader IAM frameworks.
  • Guide and mentor multi‑disciplinary project teams involved in MFA and identity security delivery.
  • Engage stakeholders across technical, operational, and executive levels to drive awareness, support, and successful MFA implementation.
  • Produce high‑quality project documentation including briefs, reports, presentations, and governance updates related to MFA progress and risks.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Principal Project Manager - ICT should have:We are seeking applicants who bring:

  • Advanced expertise in formal project management methodologies (PRINCE2 or equivalent).
  • A strong track record successfully delivering complex IM/ICT projects.
  • Excellent communication, consultation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience leading large and diverse project teams.



Highly desirable:

  • Experience implementing MFA solutions such as RSA SecurID or Microsoft Entra ID.
  • Background in identity/access management (IAM) technologies.
  • Experience delivering cyber security uplift programs aligned to regulatory or maturity requirements (e.g., IS18-type frameworks).
  • Understanding of operational environments where identity and system access are critical to safety and service continuity.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate of AUD 1100.00 - AUD 1300.00
  • 12 months contract with further extensions.
  • Opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in the public sector.
  • Conveniently located in Brisbane CBD.
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation.



Take the next step in your career as a Principal Project Manager - ICT and help drive meaningful change in the public sector, Apply now or reach out to Dev Choudhary on 0466379111 or devchoudhary@michaelpage.com.au

Contact
Dev Choudhary
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6983340
Phone number
+61730186324

Job summary

Function
Information Technology
Specialisation
Project & Programme Management
Industry
Public Sector
Location
Brisbane
Job Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Dev Choudhary
Consultant phone
+61730186324
Job Reference
JN-032026-6983340
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

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