As an ICT and cybersecurity leader who has spent more than two decades turning complex technology portfolios into reliable, high value outcomes, I am excited to apply for the Head of Portfolio Delivery (Technology Group) role at Airways New Zealand. The opportunity to lead programme and project management practices that underpin safe, efficient, and sustainable air navigation services aligns strongly with my background in large-scale digital transformation, governance, and capital delivery.…

RUSSEL MALIWAT

As an ICT and cybersecurity leader who has spent more than two decades turning complex technology portfolios into reliable, high value outcomes, I am excited to apply for the Head of Portfolio Delivery (Technology Group) role at Airways New Zealand. The opportunity to lead programme and project management practices that underpin safe, efficient, and sustainable air navigation services aligns strongly with my background in large-scale digital transformation, governance, and capital delivery.…

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As an ICT and cybersecurity leader who has spent more than two decades turning complex technology portfolios into reliable, high value outcomes, I am excited to apply for the Head of Portfolio Delivery (Technology Group) role at Airways New Zealand. The opportunity to lead programme and project management practices that underpin safe, efficient, and sustainable air navigation services aligns strongly with my background in large-scale digital transformation, governance, and capital delivery.

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English
Fluent
Tagalog
Fluent

Work Experience

ICT Manager / IT Project Manager at Grey District Council
September 1, 2023 - Present
Oversee ICT services, strategy, cybersecurity operations, and continuous improvement of all technological systems within the Council. Develop and execute IT and AI strategy roadmaps aligned with organizational objectives; lead digital transformation initiatives; proactively manage cybersecurity and IT risk; ensure regulatory and privacy compliance including Privacy Act and NZISM mappings; implement governance frameworks aligned with NZISM benchmarks; manage IT project portfolios including planning, resource allocation, budgeting, and stakeholder communication.
Security Architect (Contract) at Foodstuffs South Island
April 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Developed and implemented security architecture for RISE with SAP private cloud environment; designed and implemented security controls for ERP SAP, supply chain and warehouse systems; collaborated with cross-functional project teams to translate business requirements into security requirements; ensured compliance with industry security standards and best practices.
Senior IT Project Manager - Middle East and Africa Region at Casio Middle East and Africa FZE
October 1, 2019 - March 1, 2023
Established and led enterprise-wide PMO function, managing portfolio of 15+ concurrent projects worth $40M+ across cloud migration, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives. Managed team of 30 technical and application developers delivering cloud-based AWS projects. Directed global web and mobile-based enterprise applications across multiple systems. Managed all project deliverables including scope, resources, risk, communications, and vendor management.
Group IT Manager at IMCC Investments
November 1, 2018 - October 1, 2019
Led IT team of 90 people preparing 5 subsidiaries for cloud migration and SAP S/4HANA transformation. Managed high-level analysis, cloud pre-migration planning, and data security solutions. Implemented digital transformation projects supporting 4,000 employees. Aligned IT infrastructure with changing market conditions and business requirements.
Manager Technology Projects and Security at Lufthansa Airlines
May 1, 2017 - October 1, 2018
Led successful transition of 500 users to Windows 10 across South East Europe, Middle East, and Africa. Migrated business-critical infrastructure to cloud environment. Reduced security risk by 50% and increased customer satisfaction by 90%. Managed Win 10, Office 2016, O365 rollout, virtualization, and network security projects.
IT Project Manager at Zabeel Investments
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2017
Managed and directed Project and Operations teams of 30 technical and software engineers. Coordinated with IT group leaders, business stakeholders, and project managers. Saved over AED 1 million through contract negotiation on an AED 8 million budget. Set priorities, scheduled tasks, and reported project status to board of directors.
Senior Systems Analyst (Project Based) at Murray Roberts
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Assisted with design, development, integration, and implementation of network and telecommunications systems. Provided weekly and monthly reporting on project deliverables and schedules. Supported Dubai Airport T3 Project network infrastructure.
IT Manager at Emirates Sunland (Sunland Group Australia)
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
Developed security strategy, architecture, governance, and roadmaps. Subject matter expert in rollout, implementation, and administration of ERP systems. Led and directed projects including planning, time and cost control, and resource utilization. Managed IT infrastructure supporting new site offices.
IT Administrator at IBM Philippines
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004
Managed network operations; troubleshot network routers and firewalls; maintained and configured Linux servers for optimal web application performance; ensured system reliability and security.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering at Adamson University, Manila, Philippines
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 2000

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2000
Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2028
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2028

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Software & Internet, Government, Computers & Electronics

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