Reference number

492613

Occupation

Security

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney City

Salary Information

Ongoing Full time | Clerk Grade 7/8 | Salary range $116,981 – $129,942 per annum, plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Closing date

20 September 2026 at 11:00pm The Cyber Governance and Risk Specialist is responsible for facilitating the implementation and management of cyber security governance and risk management frameworks ensuring effective identification, assessment, and mitigation of cyber risks within the information technology environment of the NSW Parliament.

About us:

Based in NSW Parliament, the Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is a specialist service department working to support the operation of the Parliament of NSW by providing logistical support and advice to members, the Departments of the Legislative Council and Legislative Assembly and the people of New South Wales. Our office is found close to public transport in the heart of Macquarie Street CBD, next to the State Library and Sydney’s Botanic Gardens.

Enabling the Parliament, serving New South Wales: We demonstrate and foster in others a commitment to the five values of the Department of Parliamentary Services: collaboration, innovation, excellence, integrity and service.

Our commitment to diversity: We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, mature-age people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.

Our people:

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 Parliament include:

- Competitive salary and annual leave loading
- 35-hour week and flexible work options
- Corporate Wellbeing programs including seminars and Fitness Passport




- Free annual Influenza vaccination
- Salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease
- On-site fitness facilities, pool, restaurant, cafes, and post office

About you In this role you would require demonstrated knowledge and experience in providing information security services within a government or large / complex corporate environment. Demonstrated knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as Australian Signal Directorate (ASD) and the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework. Advanced knowledge of up-to-date cyber security threats. Knowledge of and experience in the identification and management of information technology risks and security vulnerabilities, relevant to on-premise and cloud-computing environments. Proven experience managing cyber security governance, risk management and assurance programs.

Essential Requirements

- Tertiary Qualification in IT, Computer Science or other relevant area, or equivalent relevant industry experience.
- Have the ability to obtain and maintain AGSVA (Australian Government Security Vetting Agency) Baseline Security Clearance. Australian citizen or permanent resident.

Further information to assist you with applying for this position:
- - Role Description
- Department of Parliamentary Services website
- Pre-employment requirements

How to apply: To apply for this position please provide:

- An up-to-date Resume [maximum five pages] which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to this role, and




- A response [maximum two pages] to the Targeted Questions below.

Applications that do not include a response to the targeted questions will not be progressed to the next stage of assessment.Copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than requested) is not required at this stage in the recruitment process and will not be included with application documents.

Targeted questions:

Describe your experience supporting cyber security governance, risk, compliance, policy or assurance activities, including risk assessments, control reviews, audit evidence, remediation tracking, policy development or management reporting.

- Provide an example of cyber security awareness, guidance or training material you have developed or delivered. What was the audience, what risk or behaviour were you trying to address, and how did you assess whether it was effective?

Electronic attachments must be MS Word compatible or in pdf format. Technical assistance: Should you encounter any technical problems, please contact ‘I work for NSW’ helpdesk 1800 562 679 (Monday - Friday).

Applications must be lodged online through: http://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/

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

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

Come and explore the Parliament online with our 360-degree Virtual Tour. Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Job Reference: 492613

CLOSING DATE: Sunday 20 September 2026 [11.55 pm]

Application contact details

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

Contact

Srdjan Luzajic, Senior Manager Cyber Security Governance & Operations – 0438 983 936

Application close date

20 September 2026 at 11:00pm

📌 Cyber Security Governance and Risk Specialist – Clerk Grade 7/8 – Parliament of NSW - Sydney
🏢 Nsw Government
📍 Sydney