Project Manager - Cyber Security

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Sydney Water is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead cyber security initiatives, delivering through rigorous planning, execution and stakeholder engagement. You’ll drive end-to-end delivery in digital environments, applying PRINCE2 or similar methodologies, with familiarity in waterfall, SCRUM and SAFe. Key duties include planning, budgeting, risk management, governance and post delivery improvement, all aligned with business objectives. The ideal candidate holds a technology degree, PRINCE2 or PMI certification, and proven cyber security project experience, with strong leadership and communication skills and an understanding of enterprise architecture constraints. To apply, tailor your resume to cyber security projects, quantify impact, cite certifications, and confirm Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents status; closing date 13 February 2026; onsite Parramatta.

Why join us

At Sydney Water, we’re passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities, and our employees. We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. 

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of one or more cyber security projects. This role is critical in ensuring successful outcomes through effective planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan & Execute: Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Risk & Budget Management: Identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and manage budgets against financial targets.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate project status, manage expectations, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Leadership: Motivate and guide project teams to deliver on time and within scope.
• Change Control: Adapt plans to evolving needs while maintaining governance and quality standards.
• Reporting & Improvement: Monitor progress, provide regular updates, and drive continuous improvement post-delivery.

What you’ll be doing:

Project plan, schedule, cost plan, and other PRINCE2-aligned artifacts.

About you

• A degree in technology or related discipline
• A qualification in project management (PRINCE2 Certification / PMI Certification)
• Experience in managing cyber security projects.
• Proven experience in end-to-end project management within digital environments.
• Strong knowledge of PRINCE2 or similar methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
• Expertise in budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
• Demonstrated experience managing and successfully delivery of technology projects and programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience in different project delivery approaches, including waterfall, SCRUM & SaFE and Iterative/Incremental.
• Knowledge of current best practice in the delivery of IT solutions, project management methodologies and their application to IT projects.
• Experience in executing project management processes (outlined in Accountabilities)
• Effective leadership, coordination, motivational, negotiation and dispute resolution skills
• Strong understanding of business requirements and technical limitations as determined by the organisation’s enterprise architecture

Applicants must be Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents.

Dive into Our Great Benefits: 

Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 

24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. 

Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. 

Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. 

Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. 

Closing date: 13th Feb 2026

For more information, or to request an accommodation information, you can contact [email protected]

At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too. 

Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans. 

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community. We look at our Talent Community first when new opportunities come up when you apply for a role. Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms, Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application. Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.