Cyber Security & IT Lead

We’re looking for an experienced Cyber Security Lead to take ownership of cyber security and IT operations across a growing national brand with big plans!!

Reporting directly to the CTO , this is a hands‑on role with genuine influence and visibility across the business. You’ll own the security space, help shape our IT environment, and play a key role in how we safely adopt AI.

What you’ll be doing

- Own and mature the cyber security program, aligned to Essential Eight and ISO 27001 principles.
- Manage our Microsoft security stack across Entra ID, Intune, Defender, Purview and Conditional Access .
- Own identity, access, incident response and security awareness.
- Lead security reporting, risk management and relationships with external security partners.
- Provide hands‑on IT leadership across Microsoft 365, endpoints, networks and collaboration tools .
- Support technology migrations and consolidation across both businesses.
- Help establish secure and effective AI usage and security practices .

What we’re looking for





- 5+ years’ experience in a hands‑on security or security‑focused IT role.
- Strong Microsoft 365 security and Essential Eight knowledge.
- Solid understanding of identity, MFA, privileged access and least privilege.
- A pragmatic, risk‑based approach — focused on real security, not compliance theatre.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
- Someone who actively uses AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude or Copilot to work smarter.

Why join us?

- Direct access to the CTO and executive team .
- Genuine ownership of cyber security across a growing Australian brand.
- Modern Microsoft‑first technology environment.
- An AI-forward culture with the tools and freedom to innovate.
- Hybrid working and a supportive team.

If you’re looking for a role where you can own security, influence technology decisions and make a real impact , we’d love to hear from you.

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📌 Cyber Security Lead (Sydney)
🏢 Pathfinder Recruitment
📍 Sydney