Cyber Security Officer

NSW Education Standards Authority; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 103,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) is seeking a Cyber Security Officer to protect information, systems and services across the organisation. You will participate in security operations, monitoring, incident response, and governance to support business objectives.

Based in Sydney with hybrid work options, the role involves security reviews, risk assessments, incident handling and ongoing improvements to cyber security controls.

Qualifications

• Experience in information technology with security focus.
• Experience monitoring and responding to security alerts and incidents.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear and concise communication with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and triage security alerts and events; report findings.
• Conduct initial risk-based investigations and remediation actions.
• Manage cyber security incidents and service tickets end-to-end.
• Liaise with internal teams, vendors and providers for improvements.
• Develop and improve security procedures and controls.
• Prepare reports to support governance and decision-making.
• Stay updated on threats and industry trends.

Skills

Cyber security

Alerts & incidents

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Resilience & adaptability

Security knowledge

Stakeholder management

Job description

• Sydney CBD location, close to transport & hybrid work arrangements available
• Full-time, ongoing role
• Salary: $102,936 to $113,579 p.a. plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and leave loading

About the role

As a Cyber Security Officer, you will play a key role in protecting NESA's information, systems and services by supporting the delivery of cyber security operations, monitoring, incident response and continuous improvement activities. Working within the ICT team, you will undertake security reviews, analysis, reporting and governance activities to help safeguard the organisation's digital environment and support the achievement of business objectives.

This is an exciting opportunity for a cyber security professional looking to broaden their experience across security operations, incident management, vulnerability remediation and stakeholder engagement. You will work collaboratively with internal teams, vendors and service providers while contributing to the ongoing enhancement of cyber security controls and practices in an organisation that supports positive outcomes for students and schools across NSW.

Joining a supportive and collaborative team, you'll be encouraged to continue developing your skills and build your cyber security expertise through ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities.

On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for:

• Monitoring and triaging security alerts and events from security monitoring platforms and reporting channels.
• Conducting initial investigations and security assessments to determine risk, impact and appropriate remediation actions.
• Managing cyber security incidents, events and service tickets through to resolution, ensuring accurate documentation and timely escalation.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders, vendors and service providers to support incident response, vulnerability remediation and security improvements.
• Contributing to the development, implementation and continuous improvement of cyber security operational procedures and controls.
• Preparing reporting and analysis to support security governance, performance and informed decision-making.
• Keeping up to date with emerging cyber security threats, vulnerabilities and industry trends to support proactive risk management and service continuity.

Our ideal candidate will bring:

• Experience in an information technology role, preferably working in a cyber security environment.
• Experience monitoring and responding to cyber security alerts, incidents and vulnerabilities within a complex technology environment.
• Strong analytical, logical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks, investigate security events and identify practical remediation actions.
• The ability to communicate clearly and concisely with a range of stakeholders, including translating complex technical information into meaningful insights for different audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate effectively with internal teams, vendors and service providers.
• The resilience and adaptability to work through challenges, respond to changing priorities and remain focused in a dynamic cyber security environment.
• Strong technology knowledge and an understanding of cyber security operations, compliance requirements and security best practices.
• Ability to deal with stakeholders at all levels of an organisation.

About us

At the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) we work with the NSW community to drive improvements in student achievement.

We achieve this by supporting all school sectors with high-quality syllabuses, assessment (including managing the HSC and NAPLAN), teaching standards (e.g., accrediting teachers) and school environments (including setting and monitoring school standards).

Note: A current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance for paid employment is required before commencing in this role. It is not required at the application stage. The cost of the WWCC clearance is the responsibility of the successful applicant.

NESA’s Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

All children and young people have the right to be respected, feel safe, be safe, and protected from harm. NESA is committed to child safety and child safe practices underpinning our purpose of helping children and young people leave school, ready to take advantage of life’s opportunities and rise to its inevitable challenges.

We particularly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community.