Lead Program Architect

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Buscojobs Full time

Lead Program Architect – Federal Government

Are you an experienced architecture leader with a passion for shaping strategy, driving transformation, and leading high-performing teams? This is an exciting opportunity to step into a pivotal role within a major Federal Government organisation, delivering one of the nation's most critical programs of work.

About the Role

We are seeking a Lead Program Architect to provide architectural leadership across a large, high-profile program of work. This role blends strategic direction with hands-on expertise – approximately 60% leadership and 40% technical – making it ideal for a seasoned professional who can influence at the executive level while remaining connected to solution and cybersecurity architecture delivery.

You will lead a team of 14 specialists across solution and cybersecurity architecture, setting the roadmap and bringing together 12 complex streams of work into one cohesive direction. Partnering closely with C-suite stakeholders, you'll shape the long-term strategy and ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned to organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide architectural leadership and direction across solution and cybersecurity architecture.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 14 architects.
  • Define the strategic roadmap for a major fraud prevention program.
  • Consolidate 12 streams of work into a unified program vision.
  • Engage and influence senior executives, including C-level stakeholders.
  • Balance hands-on technical work (40%) with leadership responsibilities (60%).

About You

15+ years' experience in architecture, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.Proven expertise in both solution architecture and cybersecurity architecture.Strong experience leading large-scale, complex programs of work.Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence executives and align stakeholders.Prior experience working within an Australian Federal Government agency highly regarded.Any expereince working on fraud, compliance, or financial crime initiatives will be highly regarded.MUST be an Australian Citizen with the ability to hold a security clearance.

Why Apply?

Play a critical role in a program of national importance.Shape the future direction of a multi-stream transformation initiative.Lead a highly skilled team and set the architectural strategy at the enterprise level.Engage directly with executive leadership to deliver meaningful impact.

If this role sounds like you, you have the track record in both delivery and leadership, and have the energy and excitement to take on a challenge like this, please apply or contact Lewis Burks at Bluefin.

Consultant

Reference number : BH-60528

Profession : ICTArchitecture

Company : Bluefin Resources

Date posted : 19th Aug, 2025

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