Senior Cyber Security Governance Analyst | Canberra
Role Details
Eligibility:
Australian Government environment; candidate must be eligible to obtain the required clearance
Security Clearance:
Must be able to obtain
Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1)
Location:
Canberra / ACT
Work Arrangement:
Full-time onsite; temporary work-from-home arrangements may be considered case-by-case
Employment Type:
Contract
Contract Duration:
12 months initial term + potential 12-month extension
Start Date:
1 September ****
Experience:
Senior level / APS6 equivalent; 5+ years of relevant experience desirable
Hours:
Up to 45 hours per week; extended hours and weekend work may be required during key operational periods
About the Role
A senior Cyber Security Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) professional is required to support a major Australian public-sector
cyber resilience uplift program
.
The role will contribute to cyber security governance and assurance activities, with additional support for high-priority operational requirements during key event periods.
Key Responsibilities
Contribute to
security considerations within solution design
Review and recommend appropriate
cyber security requirements
Develop high-quality communications and documentation for
senior executive decision-making
Support the coordination of security assurance activities, including
IRAP assessments and penetration testing
Lead the development and maintenance of formal
cyber security and GRC documentation
Support cyber governance,
risk and compliance activities across the program
Work closely with technical teams, business stakeholders and assurance functions
Provide practical security advice and recommendations to support program outcomes
Essential Skills & Experience
Strong knowledge of the
Information Security Manual (ISM)
Strong understanding of the
Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF)
Knowledge and practical understanding of the
Essential Eight
Demonstrated experience performing a
Cyber Security GRC role
Demonstrated capability managing
stakeholder and client relationships
to achieve outcomes
Demonstrated experience developing
GRC and cyber security documentation
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a senior, complex and delivery-focused environment
Desirable
Minimum
5 years' experience
in cyber security, GRC, risk, assurance or related roles
Experience within Australian Government or similarly regulated environments
Experience supporting security assurance activities such as
IRAP and penetration testing
Experience working on cyber resilience or security uplift programs
Experience supporting high-priority operational or event-driven environments
Apply Now
If your background aligns with the above requirements, please connect or message me to discuss the opportunity.
For further information, please contact the
eSync Solutions team
at
***email_hidden***
or connect with us via
LinkedIn
.