In short: A senior data security role within the information security function of a major Australian telecommunications business, running data security posture management, data loss prevention, classification and assurance across a complex regulated environment. 4–5 years in cyber security covering data governance, data protection or operational assurance required.

D’Arcy Weil is recruiting a Senior Data Security Analyst on behalf of a major Australian telecommunications business. The role sits within information security and holds accountability for how sensitive data is protected, monitored and governed across the business, including:

- Designing, deploying and running data security posture management capabilities with technology vendors
- Tracking data security vulnerabilities and industry practice, and recommending improvements
- Working with data custodians to validate how data is classified and handled
- Connecting data security tooling to event monitoring, with dashboards and alerts that surface access to sensitive data
- Maintaining records of how third parties use company data, and supporting compliance with contractual and regulatory security requirements
- Gathering evidence for risk reviews and assurance reporting, and coordinating data security incidents

It suits a security professional who can configure the tools, understand the regulatory obligations and explain the risk to people outside the security team.

The Role

- Posture management: Lead the design, deployment and ongoing operation of data security posture management capabilities, working with technology vendors to strengthen platforms, integrations and risk controls
- Threat awareness:



Track developments in data security vulnerabilities and industry practice, assess their relevance to the business and recommend improvements to the overall security position
- Data classification: Work with business data custodians to review and validate how data is categorised and handled, and confirm that practice reflects regulatory obligations and internal standards
- SIEM integration: Connect data security systems to event monitoring tools, and build dashboards and alerts that surface access to sensitive data and support compliance reporting
- Asset and third party records: Work with IT service management colleagues to keep configuration data in asset management systems accurate, and maintain records of how external parties use company data
- Risk and assurance: Gather and assess evidence for risk reviews, assurance reporting and governance forums, communicate data security risk clearly to stakeholders and help close compliance gaps
- Incident coordination: Manage data security incidents within the data governance remit, including logging, evidence collection and remediation tracking, and build security awareness across the workforce

About You

- 4–5 years in cyber security covering data governance, data protection or operational assurance in a regulated environment
- A tertiary qualification in cyber security,



information technology or a related discipline, or an equivalent industry credential
- Hands-on experience with data loss prevention technologies, security control configuration and operational risk assessment
- Strong communication, able to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Knowledge of data classification, access controls and how data security, privacy and records management intersect
- Experience with ISO 27001, cyber security frameworks and cloud security advantageous

What’s on Offer

- Base of $125,000 to $150,000 plus superannuation and performance bonus
- Ownership of data security posture across a complex, regulated telecommunications environment
- Hands-on work with data loss prevention, SIEM and posture management tooling
- Discounted employee products and services, and adaptable working arrangements
- Structured career development and certification support within a large, well-resourced business

Apply with a CV and a brief profile covering:

- The data security, data protection or data governance work you have delivered
- Your hands-on experience with data loss prevention and security control configuration
- Your experience with ISO 27001, cyber security frameworks or cloud security

For a confidential discussion, or for more information, contact:

Ivan Pignataro | Director
D’Arcy Weil
M: 0416 507 856
E: [email protected]

Only candidates with current Australian working rights will be considered. All applications and enquiries will be treated in strict confidence.

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📌 Senior Data Security Analyst | Cyber Security | Telecommunications (Melbourne)
🏢 First Recruitment International
📍 Melbourne