Senior Project Manager Network Delivery

• Shape critical ICT transformation across cloud, networks, and communications.
• High-impact state government role with community-wide outcomes.
• Lead senior technical teams delivering large-scale, complex programs

Senior Program Manager – Network & Communications | Lead Large-Scale ICT Transformation
Are you an experienced
ICT Program Manager
with a passion for driving large-scale network and communications transformations? This is an exciting opportunity to lead complex, high-value technology programs that enhance connectivity, resilience, and service delivery across a highly visible public organisation.

Location:
Blackburn North, Melbourne (some regional travel required)

Type:
Full-time (hybrid)

Contract Duration:
ASAP start until 1st March 2026 (possible extension)

Attractive salary + great benefits
About the Role
As the
Senior Program Manager – Network and Communications
, you'll oversee the successful delivery of complex ICT programs that modernise network infrastructure, improve cloud integration, and enhance communication capabilities across a large distributed organisation.

This leadership role involves end-to-end accountability — from program design, vendor engagement, and budget control, to technical execution and stakeholder management. You'll be driving initiatives across
cloud environments, data centres, branch offices, and operational sites
, ensuring outcomes are strategically aligned and technically sound.

You'll collaborate closely with senior leaders, architects, and technical specialists to implement best-in-class networking solutions, including
Software Defined Networks, Cloud Connectivity, Security Services (Firewalls, SIEMS, IDS/IPS)
, and
Wi-Fi modernisation
.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver major network and communications programs, ensuring they align with strategic objectives and regulatory frameworks.
• Provide leadership and direction to technical teams and project resources, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Oversee program budgets, costs, and resourcing to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Lead complex vendor and stakeholder engagement, influencing decision-making across departments and external partners.
• Drive organisational uplift in project and change management capabilities.
• Present program updates, insights, and recommendations to senior governance bodies and executive stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all policies, standards, and safety protocols across the program lifecycle.

About You
You're a
strategic, technically astute program leader
who thrives in complex environments. You combine deep networking expertise with exceptional communication and leadership skills.

You'll Bring

• Proven experience leading large-scale network and communications upgrades (100+ sites) — ideally in health, emergency services, or government.
• Expertise in Cloud Networking, SDN, LAN/WAN, VPN, and Cybersecurity solutions.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks relevant to ICT transformation.
• Experience managing Senior Network Engineers and Architects in large technical programs.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or Project Management certifications.
• Knowledge of Agile delivery practices.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Current driver licence and willingness to travel within Victoria as required.

If you are interested, do not hesitate to apply
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.
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Profession**

• IT, Technology & Digital, Information & Cyber Security