Principal, Security Architect (Queensland)

Principal, Security Architect (Queensland)

05 Sep
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Queensland Treasury
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Queensland

05 Sep

Queensland Treasury

Queensland

Shape the future of secure technology at QTC.

Queensland Treasury Corporation (QTC) is the central financing authority for the Queensland Government, providing financial resources, funding and advisory services that support sustainable economic,financialand social outcomes for Queensland.

We're seeking an experienced Principal, Security Architect to lead QTC's security architecture capability and help shape the secure design of our future technology landscape. Reporting to the Director, Architecture and Design, you'll be QTC's senior security architecture specialist, providing leadership in security architecture, secure solution design, architecture governance and technology assurance. You'll work across projects, operational teams and strategic initiatives to ensure security is embedded into technology decisions from concept through to implementation.

This is a unique opportunity to influence enterprise-wide technology outcomes while contributing to major initiatives across cyber security, cloud, data, digital and AI platforms.

About the role

- As QTC's Security Architecture subject matter expert,you'llpartner with Technology, Data and Information (TDI), project teams,vendorsand business stakeholders to ensuresecure-by-design principles are embedded throughouttechnologydelivery.

Key responsibilities include:

- Leading the development andevolution QTC’sof security architecture frameworks, standards,patternsanddesign principles.

- Providing security architecture leadership for major cyber security and technology transformation initiatives.

- Leading security architecture for identity, access and trust-related capabilities, including workforce and privileged identity, authentication, authorisation, federation, single sign-on and Zero Trust initiatives.

- Shaping and contributing to technology and cyber security strategy, including secure-by-design practices,roadmaps, and technology planning activities.

- Acting as the lead reviewer and trusted advisor for security architecture, solutiondesignand technology assurance activities across the project portfolio.

- Developing andmaintainingarchitectural artefacts that support security capabilities across the organisation.





- Contribute tothreat modelling and security assessments toidentifyrisks and recommend mitigation strategies.

- Reviewing cloud,infrastructureand application architectures to ensure alignment with security standards and best practice.

- Partnering with operational security,engineeringand delivery teamsto drive secure,scalableand resilient technology outcomes.

- Monitoringemerging threats,technologiesand industry developments to continuously improve QTC's security posture.

About you

You are a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and a passion for secure technology design. You can translate complex security concepts into practical business solutions and confidently engage with stakeholders at all levels.

You'llbring:

- Extensive experience in cyber security, including security architecture across complex enterprise environments.

- Strong knowledge of security architecture principles,frameworksand industry standards.

- Deep experience designing secure solutions across Microsoft technologies, including Azure IaaS and PaaS, as well as SaaSenvironments.

- ExpertiseinExpertise in Identity & Access Management (IAM), including workforce identity, privilegedidentity management, Microsoft Entra ID, Zero Trust architecture,encryptionand modern access control models.

- Experience assessing technology risks and influencing security outcomes across projects and operational environments.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability toprovidetrusted advice to technical and business audiences.

- A cooperative and pragmatic approach to problem-solving, balancing risk management with business outcomes.

Whatwe'relooking for

Essential:

- Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related discipline,



or equivalent experience.

- Significant experienceas a cyber security SME, including security architecture roles within complex technology environments.

- Experience designing and implementing security solutions across modern cloud and infrastructure platforms.

- Experience providing architecture leadership, design assurance and governance acrossprojects and technology initiatives.

Highly regarded:

- Experience leading or contributing to Identity & Access Management (IAM), Privileged Access Management (PAM)or identity transformation initiatives.

- Experience with Microsoft Entra ID, identitygovernanceand privileged access management solutions.

- Azure Architecture certifications (AZ-305).

- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, TOGAF, SC-100,SABSAor equivalent.

- Experience with ISO27001, NIST and the ACSC Essential Eight.

- Experience within financial services,governmentor other regulated environments.

Build the future with QTC:

QTC is the central financing authority for the Queensland Government and provides financial resources and services for the State. We manage the State’s funding program in the global capital markets to deliver sustainable and cost-effective borrowings for the Queensland Government, local governments, and other related entities (our clients). We do work that improves Queensland for generations. We are a leader in finance, creating meaningful solutions with profound outcomes. We set the standard in financial solutions. We address the challenges of today, with results for tomorrow.

- Benefit from a best-in-class professional development program, flexible work, leadership programs, study support, paid-parental leave, salarypackagingand a corporate wellbeing program (including discounts for you and your family to a range of fitness facilities close to home or work).

At QTC we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We havean equitable, barrier-free application process so please inform us of any accessibility requirements in your application or you can reach out to our Talent Team

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📌 Principal, Security Architect (Queensland)
🏢 Queensland Treasury
📍 Queensland

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