Implementation Manager - Security & Risk

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Role highlights

• Translate security and risk priorities into organisation‑wide programs
• Manage the end‑to‑end delivery of initiatives within CSIRO’s Integrity Unit
• Partner with senior leaders to strengthen security and risk practices
  
  

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The opportunity 

We are seeking an Implementation Manager – Security & Risk to join our Integrity Unit and support the effective delivery of security and risk initiatives across CSIRO. The Integrity Unit provides strategic advice and protective frameworks through a collaborative approach with Research and Enterprise units.

In this role, you will translate security and risk frameworks, policies and priorities into tangible programs. This includes planning, designing and implementing high-quality programs of work that support the consistent and continuous improvement of security and risk practices across CSIRO.  

Reporting to the Chief Risk and Security Officer, you will work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders, operating flexibly across specialised programs. The role requires sound judgement, adaptability and collaboration to progress initiatives aligned with the Integrity Unit’s objectives.   

Your high-level duties will include: 

• Work independently to plan, set, and work towards implementing high-quality security and risk program initiatives across CSIRO.
• Apply understanding of security and risk matters to recognise opportunities for improvement, initiate innovative solutions or proposals, and influence stakeholders to support and adopt change.
• Operate flexibly across the Integrity unit to implement specialised programs of work, adapting priorities as directed by the Chief Risk and Security Officer, to deliver effective program outcomes.
• Engage with internal stakeholders, including senior leadership, to understand diverse requirements to implement Integrity Unit’s initiatives, taking responsibility for program delivery, and problem solving promptly to address any barriers in a constructive manner.
• Collaborate and influence across teams to develop and strengthen practices that support the objectives of the Integrity Unit.
  
  

Role particulars

Location: Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane and Newcastle preferred, other locations considered.

Salary: AU$118k – AU$127k plus 15.4% superannuation

Tenure: Indefinite, Full-time
Flexible work arrangements available

Reference: 102666

As the successful candidate, you will bring:

• Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience in security and risk and/or related field e.g. business, governance, compliance, or a similar discipline.
• Demonstrated experience leading the implementation and delivery of security and/or risk programs or initiatives in a complex environment.
• Ability to apply practical approaches to national security conventions, with an informed awareness of contemporary security considerations relevant to both the government and research sectors.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, including negotiating key outcomes, and providing persuasive advice in the face of divergent views while maintaining strong relationships.
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment and proactively collaborate with cross-functional teams to accomplish objectives.
• The ability to identify complex issues, conduct detailed analysis and develop appropriate responses through critical thinking
• Demonstrated ability to foster trust, encourage new ideas, and value others’ skills and experience in a diverse team environment.

 
For full details about this role, and other criteria, please review the Position Description. 

Not sure if you meet all the criteria?

While it is CSIRO policy that the successful candidate must meet all the essential criteria, there are many ways to demonstrate this. Don’t let the list discourage you. If you are unsure about applying, please reach out to the contact person in the Position Description.

Setting you up for success

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible to everyone. We recognise that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. Please reach out to the contact on page 1 of the position description, to let us know how we can support you.  

Life at CSIRO and flexible work arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. We can discuss flexible work arrangements with you during the recruitment process. CSIRO also offers a range of leave entitlements, benefits and career development opportunities. To find out more, visit Careers at CSIRO.

Inclusion and belonging

Solving Australia's greatest challenges takes a diversity of minds and lived experiences. We know diverse teams are more effective and deliver more innovative outcomes. As an equal employment opportunity organisation, we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise true diversity encompasses all ages, abilities, cultures, faiths, levels of education, genders, sexualities, diversity of thought and much more. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First, Further Together, Making it Real and Trusted.

CSIRO holds Platinum Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.

Eligibility 

Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens only.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Baseline level.

Child safety 

CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy. 

How to apply 

Please apply online and submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and CV that demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the essential requirements of this role.

Applications close 

19th March 2026, 11pm AEDT.