Program Director

Randstad Digital is looking to speak to Program Directors that are ready to take on a new contract for a well known QLD Government organisation. You will be responsible for establishing a new team and driving cohesive, fit‑for‑purpose dynamic and physical security policies and governance for complex operational technology (OT) systems within high‑risk facilities. This role requires deep expertise in electronic security systems, cyber security strategy (ISO 27001/IS18), and high‑calibre stakeholder engagement to embed a culture of safety and system integrity.

The initial contract is until March 2026 with extensions.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain a suitably qualified and experienced team and develop infrastructure standards for complex, high‑risk security assets.

Implement a robust framework for the continual monitoring, availability, and control of all custodial security systems, including circular feedback mechanisms.

Develop, deploy, and govern the comprehensive Security Policy framework, ensuring compliance with Government mandates and Operational Technology (OT) contexts.

Execute and manage security system maintenance schedules and protocols and actively manage threats and risk processes to guarantee system integrity and availability.

Manage annual System Attestation for cyber security over Electronic Security Systems and establish a framework to audit system performance standards/KPIs for risk mitigation.

Engage with relevant Infrastructure teams on project impacts (maintenance/construction) and integrate the "human" component (onboarding/training) into system configuration and usage protocols.

About you

In depth demonstrated experience and knowledge of complex high level interfaced electronic security systems within a complex operational environment or containment facility

Senior leader able to create a high performing, delivery aligned team culture and outcomes

Previous experience in establishing and embedding new standards, inter‑dependencies, policies, procedures and governance of complex assets within a high‑risk security environment.

Strategy development with associated commercial acumen and planning experience, coupled with exceptional communication skills to articulately present plans, benefits and recommendations up to Executive levels

Proven high calibre interpersonal and engagement skills to build credible relationships up to senior levels, with internal and external stakeholders, and third parties (ie Union) who often have competing interests and views on sensitive and complicated issues

Sound project management experience on high value infrastructure technology projects, ideally within a corrections or high security environment

Highly desirable but not essential qualifications

Tertiary qualification in Electronic / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering

Formal qualification or certification in PLC (ie computer science)

Project management experience or certification

And all Randstad Digital candidates receive

Access to a Udemy licence for ongoing learning and continuous professional development

Access to exclusive discounts across various platforms

Discounts on private health funds

Novated leasing options

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

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