Job Description
Lead Cyber Security Architect | Major Cyber Uplift Program
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Contract Duration: Initial 12-Month Contract (September **** – September ****)
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Daily Rate: $1,350 – $1,550 + Super / day
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About the Role
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A major Queensland public sector organisation is embarking on a large-scale, multi-stream Cyber Uplift Program.
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We are seeking an experienced Lead Cyber Security Architect to provide strategic architectural leadership, establish governance, and drive target-state cyber security design across complex program streams.
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In this role, you will act as the principal technical authority, translating strategic cyber objectives into pragmatic, implementable security designs.
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You will collaborate closely with enterprise architects, project delivery teams, operational stakeholders, and executive leadership to ensure solutions align with government policy, industry standards, and risk-reduction targets.
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Key Responsibilities
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Architectural Leadership & Governance: Establish and govern target-state cyber security architecture principles, standards, and reusable design patterns across concurrent program initiatives.
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Design Assurance: Provide end-to-end security architecture assurance across the project lifecycle (discovery, detailed design, implementation, and operational transition).
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Technical Steering: Serve as the Design Authority across procurement evaluations, vendor solution assessments, and technology selections.
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Stakeholder Management:



Translate complex technical security concepts into explicit, actionable advice for both technical teams and C-suite/executive stakeholders.
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Mentorship: Mentor architects and technical specialists across delivery streams to build organisational capability and architectural consistency.
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What We Are Looking For
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Experience & Expertise:
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10+ years of dedicated experience in cyber security architecture and technical leadership.
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Proven track record leading security architecture across large, complex transformation programs.
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Deep experience in large government or highly regulated enterprise environments.
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Ability to operate at a strategic level while actively supporting delivery teams through implementation.
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Frameworks & Standards:
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Global Frameworks: NIST CSF (2.0), ISO *****, SABSA, and/or TOGAF.
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Technical Domains:
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Microsoft Security Ecosystem & Cloud Security Platforms.
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Identity & Access Management (Entra ID, IGA, PAM).
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Zero Trust Architecture & Conditional Access Frameworks.
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SIEM, Security Operations, and Endpoint Security.
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Certifications (Highly Regarded):
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Redwolf + Rosch invite and encourage applications from all backgrounds of gender, disability, culture, and race. If you are a person with a disability and require modifications to the recruitment process, please contact your Redwolf + Rosch Recruitment Consultant
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📌 Lead Cyber Security Architect (Queensland)
🏢 Redwolf + Rosch
📍 Queensland