This is a Security Assurance & Compliance Officer role with Corrs Chambers Westgarth based in Sydney, NSW, AU
== Corrs Chambers Westgarth ==

Role Seniority - mid level

More about the Security Assurance & Compliance Officer role at Corrs Chambers Westgarth

Join Corrs Chambers Westgarth, Australia's leading independent law firm.

Join our Security & Risk team as a Security, Assurance & Compliance Officer and play a key role in safeguarding the Firm, strengthening our security frameworks, and building client trust. In this role, you’ll work closely with clients to provide assurance through audits and direct liaison, while strengthening our security program with initiatives like business recovery planning and continuous operations systems.

At Corrs, we help you achieve your ambition - at every stage of your career.

About the role

Provide security assurance to clients across bids, proposals, and contracts.

Support client audits and complete security questionnaires.

Maintain and update monthly assurance reporting.

Contribute to compliance with frameworks such as ISO27001, ACSC Essential Eight, and data privacy standards.

Participate in internal auditing exercises.

Assist in maintaining business recovery and continuous operations systems.

Deliver security awareness and phishing training programs.

Support and maintain onboarding training for new staff.

About You

Successfully completed the ISACA CISA exam.

Strong technical aptitude with problem‑solving skills.

Clear communicator with both technical and non‑technical audiences.

Calm and level‑headed under pressure.

Flexible and willing to learn, including occasional after‑hours work.

Excellent written and spoken communication skills.

(Desirable) Progress towards a Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity,



information systems, or related field.

(Desirable) Familiarity with ISO27001 and ACSC Essential Eight frameworks.

(Desirable) Relevant coursework, internships, or projects in IT security.

Experienced in engaging multi‑level stakeholders and explaining security risks to non‑technical audiences.

Demonstrated interest in compliance and regulatory standards.

About us: Corrs Chambers Westgarth is Australia’s leading independent law firm. We provide exceptional legal services across the full spectrum of matters, including major transactions, projects and significant disputes, offering strategic advice on our clients’ most challenging issues.

Why Corrs? We pride ourselves on meeting our clients needs in a culture characterised by excellence, commitment, collaboration and respect. Our policies, practices and behaviours foster a safe and inclusive workplace, and we focus on creating opportunities and supporting a diverse workforce.

Flexible working as standard - we’ve established flexibility as standard business practice and an option for all our people. Bonus leave - an additional week of leave each year (5 weeks annual leave in total) Generous parental leave entitlements - we offer up to 26 weeks paid leave and pay superannuation on both paid and unpaid leave (up to 12 months)



Wellbeing program -We support the wellbeing of our people across areas including resilience, mental health, mindfulness, personal development, physical health and self-care. Diversity and Inclusion - This is a key area of focus for the firm. We set meaningful goals to improve diversity and foster an inclusive culture in which all employees feel supported and valued. Responsible business approach - we are a member of the United Nations Global Compact, and are committed to promoting and respecting human rights, supporting the Compact’s Ten Principles on human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption, and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. We are also a member of AusLSA, which works to promote and increase sustainable practices across the legal sector. Learning and development opportunities - including our Australian-first international study scholarship, our national training program and our mentoring program To apply click on the "apply" button or contact Shannon Garrett on [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

For more information, see our website

Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning recent things all the time and the Corrs Chambers Westgarth team will be there to support your growth.

Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined

Key Responsibilities

- Providing security assurance
- Supporting client audits
- Maintaining assurance reporting

Key Strengths

- ISACA CISA certification
- ️ Technical aptitude
- Communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity
- Familiarity with ISO27001
- Experience in IT security

A Final Note: This is a role with Corrs Chambers Westgarth not with Hatch.

📌 Security Assurance & Compliance Officer (Sydney)
🏢 Corrs Chambers Westgarth
📍 Sydney