October 24, 2024

Australian Government Department of Social Services

Tuggeranong

Program Manager

Information Management and Technology Branch
National Office, Tuggeranong

Position Description:
The Program Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing and managing Information Technology (IT) projects from a business perspective across the Department.

This position plays a critical role in aligning IT initiatives with the Department’s strategic objectives, ensuring that projects are delivered effectively and efficiently while adhering to established policies and frameworks, including cloud strategy and automation frameworks.

The role requires knowledge of the Digital Transformation Agency (DTA) data and architecture strategies, and the Australian Signals Directorate’s (ASD) blueprint for secure cloud, to ensure projects align with national standards for data security and architecture.

Eligibility / Additional Requirements:
To be eligible for employment with Department of Social Services (the department), you must be an Australian citizen. An applicant's suitability for employment with the Department will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This will include an identity and criminal history background check.
Eligibility to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance:
The suitable applicant must also obtain and maintain a security clearance conducted by the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA).

Applicants also must be able to establish their background as checkable to be considered eligible for a security clearance. Any gaps or periods of time spent overseas for 12 or more months (cumulative) that cannot be verified by an Australian referee is deemed uncheckable, rendering the applicant ineligible for a security clearance. Background history must cover 5 / 10 years (Baseline / Negative Vet 1 or Negative Vet 2) of employment, education, residential, criminal history and anything else specified by the AGSVA. The suitable applicant must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information to fulfil this process.
Type / Length of Vacancy: Ongoing / Non-ongoing
Contact Officer Name: Alana Lundy
Contact Officer Phone: 0407 227 228
Contact Officer Email: alana.lundy@dss.gov.au
Application Closing Date: 04-Nov-2024

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