Cyber GRC Analyst

Whizdom; Canberra; On-site; AUD 139,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

Whizdom in Canberra seeks a Cyber GRC Analyst to embed governance, risk and regulatory compliance aligned to Australian Government frameworks, including PSPF, ISM, Essential 8 and NIST. You will work under the Cyber GRC Manager to support implementation, monitoring and improvement of security controls to ensure compliance and risk-informed decisions.

In this permanent, full-time role, you will develop security documentation, assess risks and communicate with stakeholders across an enterprise

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years working as a Cyber Security or GRC Analyst.
• Knowledge of PSPF, ISM, Essential 8, NIST.
• Ability to identify risks, provide risk reduction strategies, and collaborate with business teams to secure stakeholders’ approval and support.
• Experience working within an enterprise security environment.
• Previously worked in heavily regulated environments such as federal government, telco, energy, etc.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate with stakeholders varying in seniority and technical understanding.
• Desirable: ISO27000 series, NIST 800 series, CIS.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver and maintain security authorisation documentation (e.g., System Security Plans, Security Risk Management Plans, and Cyber Incident Response Plans) to support Government processes.
• Implement security standards, ISM, Essential 8, NIST, etc.
• Provide cyber security advice that assists with the monitoring of infrastructure components, the design of infrastructure, identify areas for improvements and assist with the implementation of upgrades, or enhancements as required.
• Conduct cyber security risk assessments to identify and evaluate potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Provide SME recommendations and advice on compliance and regulatory requirements to support continuous improvement of cyber security posture.
• Assist with the development of comprehensive security policies to address and mitigate risks.

Skills

PSPF

ISM

Essential 8

NIST

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

ISO27000 series

NIST 800 series

CIS

Job description

Seekinga Cyber GRC Analyst with Knowledge of PSPF, ISM, Essential 8, NIST.

The Cyber GRC Specialist supports the organisations information system authorisation activities by embedding governance, risk, and regulatory compliance practices that are aligned to Australian Government frameworks – particularly the Information Security Manual (ISM), Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF), and Essential 8. Working under the Cyber GRC Manager and as part of the broader cybersecurity team, this role supports the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of security controls to ensure compliance, maturity uplift, and informed risk management is in line with organisational objectives and Government standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver and maintain security authorisation documentation (e.g., System Security Plans, Security Risk Management Plans, and Cyber Incident Response Plans) to support Government processes.
• Implement security standards, ISM,Essential 8, NIST, etc.
• Provide cyber security advice that assists with the monitoring of infrastructure components, the design of infrastructure, identify areas for improvements and assist with the implementation of upgrades, or enhancements as required.
• Conduct cyber security risk assessments to identify and evaluate potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Provide SME recommendations and advice on compliance and regulatory requirements to support continuous improvement of cyber security posture.
• Assist with the development of comprehensive security policies to address and mitigate risks.

Skills and Abilities

• Minimum 3 years working as a Cyber Security or GRC Analyst.
• Knowledge of security standards and frameworks such as PSPF, ISM, Essential 8, NIST.
• Ability to identify risks, provide risk reduction strategies, and collaborate with business teams to secure stakeholders’ approval and support.
• Experience working within an enterprise security environment.
• Previously worked in heavily regulated environments such as federal government, telco, energy, etc.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate with stakeholders varying in seniority and technical understanding.
• Desirable: ISO27000 series, NIST 800 series, CIS.

Permanent role - $164k + Super

Security Required: NV1 or NV2 Security Clearance required

Location - Canberra

Closing date: Thursday 27 August by 9am