Cyber Security Consulting Lead

QBE Insurance Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Wellbeing & Counselling Support

Flexible parental leave

Job summary

QBE Insurance Group in Sydney is seeking a Cyber Security Consulting Lead to join the Auspac Cyber Security team. The role combines deep technical expertise with a consulting mindset to deliver risk-based cybersecurity solutions that support strategic outcomes and protect the organisation from evolving threats.

The successful candidate will lead Secure by Design assessments, collaborate with technology teams and business partners, and drive security initiatives across projects and operations in

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cyber security consulting.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g. NIST, ISO).
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and deliver outcomes in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead “Secure by Design” assessments to ensure security risks align with business risk appetite.
• Provide expert cyber security advice and partner with stakeholders on projects to identify and resolve root cause risks.
• Drive cyber engagement across technology teams and the business, encouraging proactive identification and reporting of risks.
• Support reviews of cyber security frameworks, policies, and standards to strengthen the overall security posture.
• Collaborate across technology teams, the business and suppliers to embed security into projects, systems, and operations.
• Take ownership of problems and proactively resolve technical problems, ensuring that solutions meet business requirements.
• Build strong relationships with divisional stakeholders and improve security consultancy services for projects.
• Work with the broader cyber security team to identify opportunities for strategic security solutions and coach teammates.

Skills

Client Counseling

Commercial Acumen

Conflict Management

Critical Thinking

Customer Service

Cybersecurity

Cyber Security Governance

Cyber Security Management

Individual Resilience

Information Security

Intentional collaboration

Managing performance

Problem Solving

Quality Control (QC)

Risk Management

Job description

Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeThis is a leading and highly collaborative role within the Auspac Cyber Security team, to make QBE safe, secure and resilient. You will combine deep technical expertise with a consulting mindset to deliver practical, risk-based solutions that enable strategic outcomes and protect the organisation from increasingly sophisticated threats.

Primary Details

Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeThis is a leading and highly collaborative role within the Auspac Cyber Security team, to make QBE safe, secure and resilient. You will combine deep technical expertise with a consulting mindset to deliver practical, risk-based solutions that enable strategic outcomes and protect the organisation from increasingly sophisticated threats.

Cyber Security Consulting Lead

Role Highlights

• Location: Sydney (Open to other locations for the right candidate)
• Type: Permanent, full time
• Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working
• Click here to discover what it's like to be a part of QBE Group

The opportunity

This is a leading and highly collaborative role within the Auspac Cyber Security team, to make QBE safe, secure and resilient. You will combine deep technical expertise with a consulting mindset to deliver practical, risk-based solutions that enable strategic outcomes and protect the organisation from increasingly sophisticated threats.

About QBE

• At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.
• We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
• What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Lead “Secure by Design” assessments to ensure security risks align with business risk appetite
• Provide expert cyber security advice and partner with stakeholders on projects and activities to identify and resolve root cause risks
• Drive cyber engagement across technology teams and the business, encouraging proactive identification and reporting of risks
• Support reviews of cyber security frameworks, policies, and standards to strengthen the overall security posture
• Collaborate across technology teams, the business and suppliers to embed security into projects, systems, and operations
• Taking ownership of problems and proactively resolves technical problems, ensuring that technical solutions continue to meet business requirements and taking full accountability for actions and decisions made
• Building strong relationships with divisional business and project stakeholders, proactively identifying issues, and improving security consultancy services for divisional and global projects.
• Working closely with the broader cyber security team and other teams to identify opportunities for strategic security solutions. Coach and support team members, fostering capability uplift and driving a culture of continuous improvement

About You

• Proven experience in cyber security consulting, preferably from a financial services background.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g. NIST, ISO)
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and deliver outcomes in complex environments
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think like an adversary and anticipate threats
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear business insights

CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) is desirable but not essential for this role

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:

• ‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
• Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
• 18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super

To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here.

Awards & Recognition

We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:

• 2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program
• 2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards
• Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates To learn more about our achievements, click here.

Skills

Client Counseling, Commercial Acumen, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Governance, Cyber Security Management, Individual Resilience, Information Security, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Problem Solving, Quality Control (QC), Risk ManagementApplication Close Date: 24/10/2026 11:59 PM

QBE recognises the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at ***email_hidden***.

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.