Reference number

0000BDHX

Occupation

Information and Communications Technology

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney Olympic Park

Salary Information

Base salary ranges from $154,231 to $160,771 plus employer's contribution to superannuation of 12% and annual leave loading.

Closing date

27 September 2026 at 11:59pm

- Computer Systems Officer level 5
- Ongoing, Full-Time
- Sydney Olympic Park

About us The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an opportunity for aCyber Threat Intelligence Lead to be part of our Cyber Security, Technology & Communication Services Command. The role plays a key part in in strengthening the organisation’s cyber resilience by contributing to the development and delivery of timely, relevant, and actionable intelligence on emerging cyber threats.

Working in the Cyber Defence Centre as part of the Technology & Communication Services Command of NSW Police offers the chance to contribute to one of the largest police forces in the western world while shaping cutting-edge capabilities that directly enhance community safety and modern policing. It also provides exposure to rapidly evolving cyber environments, next-generation policing systems, and a growing, well-resourced team committed to combating emerging digital threats.

In this role you will lead and continually mature the Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) capability of the New South Wales Police Force (NSWPF), helping to shape the direction of the program. You will work to produce threat intelligence focusing on serious threats to the organisation, its technologies, and its people, utilising industry leading technologies and platforms during the process.

As the Cyber Threat Intelligence Lead, you will research emerging and established techniques across a range of new and old technologies spanning the OSI model. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with state and federal agencies, conduct intelligence sharing and contribute to such communities.

We're looking for someone who finds new adversary techniques interesting, exciting and can thrive in the rapid-paced world of CTI. Importantly, you'll be able to translate intelligence into meaningful insights that support stakeholders across the organisation, from the CSOC to the CISO. If you have interest in security research,



intelligence production and frameworks such as STIX, we’d love to hear from you.

If you're excited about this role, please apply. We value potential and diverse experiences, so you don't need to satisfy every requirement for us to consider your application.

Please note, due to the nature of the role, the successful applicant is required to obtain and maintain a NV2 (Negative Vetting) clearance.

View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

- competitive salary;
- flexible work options;
- opportunity to purchase leave;
- annual leave loading;
- corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
- free annual influenza vaccination;
- salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
- convenient location for public transport and to shops etc.

How to Apply Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 word per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.

Target Question 1:

Describe a time an intelligence report you produced supported a stakeholder. Please include your intelligence collection methods and problem solving, how the findings aligned to your initial assumptions, and the outcomes the report informed.

Target Question 2:

Please provide an example of when you worked collaboratively with teams, agencies or external partners in conducting intelligence sharing. What challenges did you encounter and how did you ensure a successful outcome?

Your application must stand on its own merits,



and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Joshua Karadaghian via (02) 8286 4605.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:

- an Australian Citizen;
- a permanent resident of Australia; or
- a New Zealand citizen.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:

- Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at [email protected]
- Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]
- Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. For Technical assistance please contact: [email protected] (Please include the word Taleo in the subject line)

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Application contact details

If you have questions or would like to learn more about this role, please reach out to the contact below:

Contact

Joshua Karadaghian (02) 8286 4605

Application close date

27 September 2026 at 11:59pm

📌 Cyber Threat Intelligence Lead (Sydney Olympic Park)
🏢 Nsw Government
📍 Sydney Olympic Park