Cyber Security Assurance Lead - Hybrid, Impact & Risk

University of New South Wales; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 131,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Options

Career development

17% Superannuation contributions

Additional leave over Christmas

Discounts and entitlements

Job summary

University of New South Wales in Kensington, Sydney, is seeking a Cyber Security Assurance Lead for its UNSW IT, Cyber Directorate. This full-time continuing role focuses on delivering assurance services within a robust risk management framework and reporting against control testing outcomes.

The role requires deep knowledge of cyber security controls, GRC practices, and standards such as ISO 27001 and NIST.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cyber security or related field required.
• Certifications such as CISA/CISSP/CRISC are highly desirable.
• Solid knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Review cyber security controls across IT systems and test effectiveness.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop remediation plans and track progress.
• Develop dashboards and quarterly metrics for control effectiveness.
• Report monthly to the CISO and Deputy CISO on progress and findings.
• Support audits and stay updated on regulatory obligations.

Skills

Penetration testing

Vulnerability management

GRC fundamentals

ISO 27001 knowledge

CISA CISSP CRISC

Education

Bachelor's degree in cyber security

CISA

CISSP

CRISC

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

Job description

University of New South Wales in Kensington, Sydney, is seeking a Cyber Security Assurance Lead for its UNSW IT, Cyber Directorate. This full-time continuing role focuses on delivering assurance services within a robust risk management framework and reporting against control testing outcomes.

The role requires deep knowledge of cyber security controls, GRC practices, and standards such as ISO 27001 and NIST.