Job Description

Cyber Security & IT Lead

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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!!

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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.

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What you'll be doing

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

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

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

📌 Cyber Security Lead (New South Wales)
🏢 Pathfinder Recruitment
📍 New South Wales