AI-Driven Cyber Defense Director – Hybrid

Grant Thornton Australia Limited; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Flexible working options

Fully funded gym membership

Mental health support

Job summary

Grant Thornton Australia is seeking a Director to lead our cyber defend and operations capability in Australia. You will shape advisory, implementation and managed service outcomes, drawing on global methods while tailoring to the Australian market.

You will manage client relationships, translate performance metrics to executives, and influence commercial models and service design. A senior, strategic role with strong leadership and travel requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience leading security operations or SOC-related services.
• Proven track record shaping service delivery models.
• Experience with client-facing advisory work.
• Willingness to travel for client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the security operations capability in Australia.
• Advise executives on detection and response performance.
• Shape service roadmap and go-to-market strategies.
• Collaborate with global teams to deliver scalable services.
• Mentor and develop a team of security professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Client engagement

Strategic thinking

Commercial acumen

Presentation to executives

Education

CISSP certification

CISM

GCIA

GCIH

Tools

CrowdStrike

Microsoft Defender

Palo Alto

Job description

Grant Thornton Australia is seeking a Director to lead our cyber defend and operations capability in Australia. You will shape advisory, implementation and managed service outcomes, drawing on global methods while tailoring to the Australian market.

You will manage client relationships, translate performance metrics to executives, and influence commercial models and service design. A senior, strategic role with strong leadership and travel requirements.