Our client is a highly regarded Federal Government organisation responsible for delivering critical national capabilities in cyber security, intelligence, and technology. Operating at the forefront of Australia's national security landscape, they develop and maintain innovative digital solutions that support complex operational environments and mission-critical outcomes.
This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team working on impactful projects that directly contribute to Australia's security and technological advancement.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Product Owner to lead the development and delivery of digital products and services within a complex government environment.
Working closely with users, stakeholders, delivery teams and user researchers, you will be responsible for ensuring products deliver maximum value, align with business objectives, and meet evolving user needs. You will take ownership of product roadmaps, backlog prioritisation, stakeholder engagement and delivery outcomes while guiding teams through the full product lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and lead multidisciplinary teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
- Develop and maintain product roadmaps and delivery plans.
- Prioritise product features and backlog items based on user and business value.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders across complex environments.
- Drive change initiatives and support the successful adoption of new capabilities.
- Manage project risks, reporting, and governance activities.
- Collaborate closely with user researchers, designers and technical teams to optimise user experiences and product outcomes.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Proven experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager or similar role within complex technology or government environments.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate across diverse groups.
- Experience developing product strategies, roadmaps and managing product backlogs.
- A strong understanding of user-centred design principles and user experience practices.
- The ability to balance competing priorities while delivering outcomes in fast-paced environments.
- Experience working within Agile and/or PRINCE2 delivery frameworks.
- Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
Candidates must also be willing to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus 2x 12 month extensions
Experience Level: Senior – EL1 Equivalent
Security Requirements: Candidates must hold an active or reactivatable Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) Security Clearance on submission. Our client is not looking to upgrade an existing clearance for this position. An OSA(Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 16 July 2026.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
