During the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic, when remote work became the norm and cybersecurity threats escalated with multiple hacks occurring across organizations, a significant NSW government organization undertook a critical 3-year project to bolster their cyber security defence capabilities. Faced with this dual challenge and the need to recruit experienced Cyber Security Project Managers proficient in Privilege Access Management (PAM), AMP Cyber, Microsoft Cloud Controls, and DMARC (security remediation), the organization sought candidates with a blend of project management qualifications and extensive cyber security expertise.

In response to this complex recruitment challenge, we implemented a comprehensive approach tailored to the unique circumstances of the pandemic and the heightened cybersecurity landscape. We commenced with a detailed analysis of the client’s specific requirements and leveraged our extensive network within the cyber security and project management sectors to identify potential candidates. Despite the prevailing uncertainties and concerns about in-person work, we successfully engaged and screened candidates with the desired expertise in Microsoft, PAM, DMARC, SIEM, and Security Advisory technologies, ensuring they met the client’s stringent requirements for leadership, vendor management, stakeholder engagement, and cyber delivery experience.

Our proactive and strategic recruitment strategy delivered swift results, presenting a high-quality shortlist of qualified Cyber Security Project Managers to the client within the agreed 3 to 4 days timeframe. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic and the heightened cybersecurity threats, multiple candidates from our shortlist were hired by the client. The client expressed satisfaction with our efficient and effective recruitment process, acknowledging our ability to understand their requirement, navigate the complexities of the pandemic and cybersecurity landscape, and deliver tailored staffing solutions to support their critical 3-year cyber security defence project. This successful recruitment project reinforced our reputation as a trusted recruitment partner for specialized roles in the public sector during challenging times.