Cyber Security Coordinator

Blacktown City Council; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Training and development

Fitness Passport access

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Blacktown City Council is seeking a Cyber Security Coordinator to protect the Council's systems, networks, information and devices from cyber threats. You will lead the implementation of the Cyber Security Strategy, develop the Cyber Security Framework and collaborate with business units to embed security into technology projects and changes.

This hands-on role combines strategic and operational work: assessing vulnerabilities, conducting risk assessments, developing mitigations, and overseeing

Qualifications

• Strong cyber security knowledge and ability to interpret complex information for diverse audiences.
• Experience in vulnerability assessment, risk assessment and mitigation planning.
• Familiarity with security technologies and incident response processes.

Responsibilities

• Assess vulnerabilities and conduct risk assessments.
• Develop mitigation plans and oversee security technologies (firewalls, IDS, antivirus).
• Manage cyber incidents and coordinate response activities.

Skills

Cyber security

Risk assessment

Incident response

Forensic analysis

Firewalls

IDS

Antivirus

Security monitoring

Stakeholder management

Plain English communication

Tools

Firewalls

Intrusion Detection Systems

Antivirus software

Job description

Lead with purpose. Shape progress for a growing city.

As Cyber Security Coordinator, you help protect Council’s systems, networks, information and devices from cyber threats. You lead the implementation of Council’s Cyber Security Strategy, develop the Cyber Security Framework, and work across Council to reduce risk, strengthen security controls and improve cyber resilience. You partner with business units, executives and technical specialists to ensure security and compliance are built into technology projects and organisational change.

This is a hands-on role with a mix of strategic and operational work. You assess vulnerabilities, conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation plans and oversee security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems and antivirus software. You manage cyber incidents, coordinate response activities, conduct forensic analysis and report risks and emerging threats to management.

You also lead compliance activities, support disaster recovery and business continuity planning, and work with stakeholders to manage risks associated with new technologies and business processes. A key part of the role is delivering security awareness and training programs that help employees, contractors and partners make informed decisions and work securely.

You thrive in this role if you enjoy solving complex problems, managing competing priorities and staying ahead of emerging threats. You bring strong cyber security knowledge, sound judgement and the ability to explain technical information in plain English while building strong relationships across Council.

Enjoy career development opportunities, stable employment and flexible work arrangements within one of NSW’s most progressive councils.

At Blacktown City Council, good people make great teams, and great teams build great cities. Here, you will find the stability and support to keep growing, along with:

• a secure, permanent, full-time role with one of Australia's largest councils
• access to Council's flextime arrangement
• 12% superannuation and competitive leave entitlements
• ongoing training and development support
• access to Fitness Passport, social clubs and wellbeing programs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Contact officer: Rosanna Maccarone at ***************@blacktown.nsw.gov.au