Cyber Security Officer

- Full-Time (35hpw) Temporary to March 2028
- Salary Range $ 93,490– $ 106,841pa + super
- Parramatta location with hybrid working (1-2 office days)

About the team Our Cyber Security team is hard at work securing data for millions of NSW customers and ensuring that citizens can transact with the NSW government in a secure manner.

The Cyber Security portfolio consists of various cyber security arms spanning from Digital Forensics and Incident Management to Offensive Security. This provides a breadth of cyber specialities that the team member can work in. The role has a direct impact on protecting the citizens of New South Wales by securing the products and platforms they use digitally.

About the role The Cyber Security Officer will assist in ensuring that Service NSW is complying with relevant security frameworks and that cyber security risks are managed appropriately.

This role will assist in Service NSW Cyber Security Policy reporting requirements, maintenance and audit of Service NSW ISO2700 certification.

Key responsibilities:

- Assist with tasks relating to maintaining and auditing Service NSW ISO 27001 certification, working with relevant stakeholders across the organisation.
- Contribute to ensuring that Service NSW complies with relevant security frameworks such as the NSW Government Cyber Security Policy, Essential 8, ISO 27001 and NIST.
- Contribute to monitoring, reporting and improving Service NSW cyber security compliance posture by performing a range of activities including around third-party risk management.
- Assist the Governance, Assurance, Risk and Architecture team in delivering strategic and BAU initiatives involving infrastructure security, data loss prevention, network security, risk management, audit actions tracking and reporting etc.
- Provide a range of administrative and support services to the team to support day to day functions, continual improvement,



and working collaboratively with teams across Cyber Security and Digital Services divisions within Service NSW.

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

- Sound knowledge of introductory information Security and/or Cyber Security principles and concepts
- Have a well-established understanding of various cyber security frameworks and policies such as NSW Cyber Security Policy, Essential 8, ISO27001 and NIST.
- Be across a broad range of ICT and cyber security technologies with a practical understanding of cloud environments such as AWS and Google Cloud Platform. Prior experience and understanding of containerisation technology will be highly regarded.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders, team members, and other relevant parties to gain feedback, consensus, and commitment around cyber initiatives.
- Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security or relevant industry experience
- Certifications in CISSP, CISM, GIAC, CISA will be highly regarded

To be considered for roles in the NSW public sector, applicants must:

- Be NSW residents or in the process of relocating to NSW
- Hold appropriate working rights for the type of employment offered - Fixed Term roles require valid work rights for the full duration of the role

How to apply Please submit your resume and cover letter as a single document. Your application should highlight your skills, experience, and why you're the perfect fit for this role.

Our recruitment process

Our recruitment and assessment process is merit based. For this recruitment we will be conducting a minimum of three interview and assessment stages that form a comparative process. This will include:

- Panel behavioural interview
- Work Task




- Psychometric Assessment
- Reference checks

Further Information

Salary Grade 5/6, with the base salary for this role starting at $93490 base plus superannuation

Click Here to access the Role Description . For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Bec Conquest via [email protected].

Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.

A talent pool may be created as part of this recruitment process and will be valid for up to 18 months. The talent pool may be used to fill future ongoing or temporary vacancies of the same or similar role.

Closing Date: 10am, Monday 21st September 2026

Careers at Department of Customer Service A career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our excellent state.

Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.

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We provide adjustments to the recruitment process for candidates, including individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, including alternate formats or have questions about the support available, please contact Talent Operations on 02 8276 8130 or [email protected].

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