Protect what matters! Legal Aid Queensland is seeking a highly capable Principal Cyber Security Officer to join our Cyber Security team and help strengthen the security, resilience and integrity of systems that support access to justice across Queensland.

About Legal Aid Queensland

Legal Aid Queensland's vision is to be a leader in a fair justice system where people are able to understand and protect their legal rights. Our purpose is to provide quality, cost effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.

We embrace diversity, flexibility, learning and continuous improvement to deliver quality legal services. The work is challenging but rewarding - and that is why staff wellbeing and work/life balance are a top priority for us.

About the role

Reporting to the Cyber Security Manager, you will provide specialist cyber security assurance and advisory services across the organisation. You will work closely with business and technology stakeholders to strengthen security capability, support compliance obligations and enable secure business outcomes.

About you





We're seeking a cyber security skilled who can combine deep technical expertise with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

You will bring experience in:

- Enterprise cyber security operations, including threat hunting, detection engineering and incident response.
- Security assurance, risk assessments, threat modelling and Information Security Management Systems (ISMS).
- Applying cyber security frameworks and risk-based approaches to support informed decision-making and compliance.
- Translating complex technical concepts into clear, practical advice for diverse audiences.

Find out more about the role and how to apply in the attached role description.

As a member of the Legal Aid Queensland Community, you will receive:

- A 36.25 hour working week (full time hours)
- Generous salary packaging
- Employer super contributions of 12.75%
- Flexible working hours
- Study leave for approved work-related courses.

Find out more about working in Legal Aid Queensland here: https://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/About-us/Careers

📌 Principal Cyber Security Officer (Brisbane)
🏢 Legal Aid Queensland
📍 Brisbane