CareerPlan

Policy and Program Managers

Pialligo, Australian Capital TerritoryFull-time2026-10-12 → 2026-10-22
Security clearance required

Core

Lead policy development and program management for Australia's long-term submarine and defence capabilities, influencing national security strategies and industrial resilience.

Role type

Senior Policy and Program Manager (Defence)

Builds

Strategic policies, complex defence programs, and industrial capability initiatives

Domain

Defence / National Security / Government

Required skills

Strategic policy development, complex program management, stakeholder engagement, risk management, security clearance maintenance

Preferred skills

Defence industrial capabilities knowledge, supply chain development expertise, strategic assessment experience

Responsibilities

Lead development and implementation of strategic policies for defence industrial capabilities; Oversee complex programs ensuring timely delivery and compliance; Collaborate with government, industry, and academia stakeholders; Provide high-level advice on policy impact and risk management; Monitor program performance and support process enhancements; Maintain security clearances and ensure confidentiality standards

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC