AS05 Cyber Security and Risk Advisor

Harrison McMillan Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Salary packaging

Career development

Employee assistance

Supportive team

Shape cyber function

Meaningful work

Job summary

Join AGD's newly expanded cyber security function at Harrison McMillan Pty Ltd in Adelaide and shape the department's approach to cyber risk, assurance and organisational resilience. You will work across a diverse stakeholder environment to strengthen governance, risk management and compliance practices.

The role requires experience in cyber security governance and the ability to develop frameworks, reporting and assurance processes that support informed decision-making and continuous

Qualifications

• Experience in cyber security governance, risk, compliance or assurance.
• Knowledge of contemporary cyber security frameworks, standards and risk management practices.
• Experience supporting audit, assurance, control assessment or compliance activities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement with ability to influence and build trusted relationships.
• Well-developed written communication skills and report writing.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.
• Experience delivering awareness or capability uplift initiatives is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on cyber security governance, risk management and compliance.
• Coordinate assurance activities including control reviews, compliance monitoring and reporting.
• Assist in development and maintenance of cyber security policies, standards and procedures.
• Support internal and external audit actions and remediation tracking.
• Develop and deliver cyber security awareness initiatives.
• Analyse security risks, trends and issues for leadership.
• Build strong relationships across business and technical teams to drive security outcomes.
• Contribute to initiatives that strengthen cyber maturity and resilience.

Skills

Cyber governance

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Prioritization

Job description

About the Company

The Attorney-General's Department (AGD) plays a vital role in supporting an inclusive, safe and fair South Australia through the delivery of legal, policy, regulatory and community services across government and the broader community. AGD provides expert advice, develops policy, delivers critical public services and supports key government priorities that impact South Australians every day.

As part of AGD's expanded centralised cyber security service, this role contributes to strengthening cyber security capability, governance and resilience across the department. The team provides practical advice and support across the department, helping business areas manage cyber security risks and meet their security obligations.

AGD is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace that values diversity, promotes professional growth and supports flexible ways of working.

What we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Salary packaging options
• Career development and learning opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to help shape a newly expanded cyber security function
• Meaningful work that contributes to public sector outcomes

Role Overview

Join AGD's newly expanded cyber security function and play a key role in shaping the department's approach to cyber risk, assurance and organisational resilience.

Working across a diverse stakeholder environment, you will partner with business areas to strengthen cyber risk management, governance and assurance practices, helping stakeholders understand their obligations and manage risk effectively. You will contribute to the development of frameworks, reporting and assurance processes that support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.

The role will also champion cyber security awareness initiatives, helping to build a stronger security culture across the department while supporting AGD's broader commitment to delivering secure and trusted services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advice and guidance on cyber security governance, risk management and compliance obligations.
• Facilitate risk assessments and support the development of practical mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate assurance activities, including control reviews, compliance monitoring and security reporting.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of cyber security policies, standards and procedures.
• Support internal and external audit activities and track remediation actions.
• Develop and deliver cyber security awareness initiatives that promote positive security behaviours.
• Analyse security risks, trends and issues, preparing clear recommendations for stakeholders and leadership.
• Build strong working relationships across business and technical teams to drive improved security outcomes.
• Contribute to initiatives that enhance cyber maturity and strengthen resilience across the department.

Essential Experience

• Australian Citizenship will be highly regarded. Applicants must be willing and able to obtain and maintain a National Security Clearance.
• Experience working within cyber security governance, risk, compliance or assurance functions.
• Knowledge of contemporary cyber security frameworks, standards and risk management practices.
• Experience supporting audit, assurance, control assessment or compliance activities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships.
• Well-developed analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities.
• Well-developed written communication skills, including the preparation of reports, briefings and recommendations.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes in a complex environment.
• Experience delivering awareness, education or capability uplift initiatives will be highly regarded.

This role requires:

• National Police Check
• Working With Children Check
• Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain a National Security Clearance (agency to apply post-commencement)