About The Missing Link At The Missing Link, we're one of Australia's leading IT & cybersecurity services organisations, helping enterprises strengthen security, reduce risk, and navigate increasingly complex technology environments. We are currently seeking an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Consultant to support a client engagement requiring strategic cyber leadership, governance oversight, and cyber risk advisory capability. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned security executive looking for a flexible, part-time consulting engagement. Based on the position description for a Chief Information Security Officer role focused on cyber strategy, governance, risk management, incident response, and executive stakeholder engagement. The Opportunity As a trusted advisor, you will partner with executive stakeholders to enhance cyber maturity, strengthen governance frameworks, and provide strategic direction across information security initiatives. This role requires a balance of technical credibility and executive presence, with the ability to translate complex security concepts into business outcomes. Requirements

Key Responsibilities
• Provide executive-level cyber security leadership and strategic guidance
• Define and align security strategy with broader business objectives
• Advise on cyber risk management, governance, and security best practices
• Lead cyber security uplift initiatives and transformation programs
• Support incident management, cyber resilience, and crisis response activities
• Report on cyber security posture, risks, and initiatives to senior stakeholders
• Influence business leaders to adopt security-conscious approaches to technology and operations
• Foster a strong security culture through communication and awareness initiatives
• Build and maintain effective relationships across technical and non-technical stakeholder groups




• Provide guidance on compliance, regulatory obligations, and industry security frameworks. Based on the responsibilities outlined in the CISO position description. About You You are a senior cyber security leader with extensive experience operating at executive and board level. You will bring:
• 10+ years' experience in information or cyber security
• Previous experience in CISO, Virtual CISO, Head of Security, or equivalent leadership roles
• Demonstrated success developing and implementing cyber security strategies and programs
• Strong expertise across cyber governance, risk management, security frameworks, and resilience
• Experience leading incident response and cyber crisis management activities
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills
• Ability to influence decision-making across technical and business teams
• Strong commercial acumen and consulting mindset
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Security, Computer Science, Technology, or a related discipline. Based on the qualification requirements in the position description. Desirable Certifications
• CISSP
• CISM
• CRISC
• ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor
• Relevant cyber security leadership or governance qualifications Benefits What's on Offer
• Flexible part time consulting engagement
• Opportunity to work directly with senior executives and business leaders
• Strategic, advisory-focused work rather than hands-on operational delivery
• Engagement with a well-established enterprise environment
• Backing of one of Australia's leading cyber security and managed services organisations
• Potential for ongoing advisory and governance engagements Apply Now If you're an experienced cyber security executive seeking a flexible consulting opportunity where you can influence strategy, governance, and organisational resilience, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Chief Information Security Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 The Missing Link
📍 Melbourne