Hayden Wade

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About Hayden Wade

Experienced Cyber Project Manager with a background delivering complex cyber security, ICT, and Defence programs in highly regulated government environments.Currently supporting major national digital health initiatives at the Australian Digital Health Agency, coordinating cyber security assurance, risk management, and compliance activities to support secure-by-design delivery, certification, and Authority to Operate (ATO). Experienced in aligning cyber delivery with government frameworks including the ISM and PSPF, and working closely with technical teams, assessors, and delivery partners to manage risk and assurance outcomes.Previously delivered large-scale Defence capability projects across sustainment, acquisition, and cyber security domains. This includes leading cyber-focused workstreams on multi-billion-dollar programs, managing vendors and stakeholders, and embedding cyber security as a core component of system lifecycle and airworthiness outcomes. Background also includes delivery and coordination of advanced cyber security training and uplift initiatives.Known for bridging the gap between technical cyber security requirements and practical project delivery. Brings a calm, structured approach to managing risk, dependencies, and stakeholders, translating complex security requirements into clear, achievable delivery outcomes.Seeking opportunities in Cyber Project Management, Cyber Security Delivery, or GRC-focused roles, where strong governance, assurance, and stakeholder engagement are critical to success- Brisbane, Australia- hwade@live.com.au