Job Description
Overview
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SES Band 1 - Assistant Secretary, Chief Cyber Security & Assurance Branch
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Join to apply for the SES Band 1 - Assistant Secretary, Chief Cyber Security & Assurance Branch role at Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
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The Department is seeking a dynamic and visionary Assistant Secretary, Cyber Security & Assurance — our Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) — to join the senior leadership team. In this pivotal role, you'll shape and drive the department's cyber security strategy, lead a high-performing team, and oversee testing and assurance capability. You'll be the trusted advisor on all things cyber, ensuring systems and data are secure, resilient, and future-ready.
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We're seeking a proven leader with deep expertise in cyber security, risk management, and regulatory compliance — someone who thrives in complex environments and can build strong partnerships across government and industry.
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What we're looking for
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A strategic thinker with a strong technical foundation in information security.
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A values-based leader who inspires, empowers, and delivers results.
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A collaborator who can navigate complex stakeholder landscapes and drive innovation.
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This is your opportunity to lead cyber security for a department that touches the lives of every Australian.
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Required capabilities
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To be a solid contender, you will be expected to demonstrate the following capabilities:
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Proven ability to lead enterprise-wide cyber security programs in complex environments.
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Experience driving strategic assurance initiatives, including audits and risk assessments; and embedding cyber resilience across large organisations.
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Ability to translate and communicate technical risks into actionable insights for executive decision-makers.
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A track record of building high-performing teams and fostering innovation in cyber security.
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Contact
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For more information, please contact Watermark International Search at
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or call ************.
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Applications
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Applications close: Monday 03 November **** at 11:30pm AEST.
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Job Number: 25-ITDIV-*****
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📌 Ses Band 1 - Assistant Secretary, Chief Cyber Security & Assurance Branch (South Australia)
🏢 Watermark Search International
📍 South Australia