Network Security Architect

A$1,050.00/daily - A$1,150.00/daily

Start Date: February

Length: 6 months initially

Daily Rate: $1050 - $1150 incl Super

Location: Sydney CBD / WFH Hybrid

About You

- 10+ years' experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a senior security advisory or principal-level role.
- Proven experience acting as a security architect/advisor on large-scale network security programs, including at least one enterprise-wide SASE implementation.
- Strong working knowledge of Australian Government security frameworks and standards, including PSPF, ISM, Gateway Security Standards and Essential 8.
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex security and network requirements into practical, business-aligned outcomes.
- Extensive experience engaging and influencing senior executives and diverse stakeholder groups in fast-paced, multi-vendor project environments.
- Strong risk-based mindset with a track record of balancing security, delivery timelines and operational requirements.

Key Accountabilities





- Lead security advisory and assurance activities for the Secure Internet Gateway (SIG) and SASE transformation program.
- Embed "secure by design" principles into project delivery, including requirements gathering, architecture reviews and design assurance.
- Conduct security risk assessments and coordinate assurance activities (e.g. IRAP preparation, external penetration testing), providing transparent risk treatment recommendations.
- Partner closely with IT, enterprise architecture, legal, procurement, P&C; and external implementation partners to ensure a cohesive, risk-managed security approach.
- Communicate security risks, strategies and decisions clearly to non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership, and produce required security documentation and evidence.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

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