Cyber Security Officer

Department/Agency: NESA; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 103,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Generous leave entitlements

Fitness Passport

Job summary

NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) seeks a Cyber Security Officer to protect information, systems and services by supporting operations, monitoring, incident response and continual improvement within the ICT team.

You will conduct security reviews, investigations and governance activities, liaising with internal teams and vendors while contributing to risk remediation and security controls in a collaborative, hybrid Sydney-based environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT role, preferably cyber security.
• Experience monitoring and responding to cyber security alerts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Ability to build relationships with internal teams, vendors and service providers.
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic security environment.
• Knowledge of cyber security operations, compliance and best practices.
• Ability to deal with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and triage security alerts from monitoring platforms.
• Conduct initial investigations and risk assessments.
• Manage cyber security incidents and service tickets through resolution.
• Liaise with stakeholders, vendors and service providers.
• Contribute to developing and improving security procedures and controls.
• Prepare reports to support governance and decision-making.
• Stay up-to-date with threats and industry trends.

Skills

IT experience

Cyber security monitoring

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Security best practices

Stakeholder liaison

Job description

8d ago , from Department of Communities and Justice NSW

• Full-time, Salary: $102,936 to $113,579 p.a. plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and leave loading
• Ongoing role
• Close to Wynyard station & hybrid work arrangements available

About us

At the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), we are dedicated to carrying out meaningful work that drives improvements and elevates student achievement across NSW, now and into the future.

We accomplish 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).

NESA is a unique organisation in NSW (of around 740FTE staff) with significant state-wide impact, visit ourwebsiteto learn more about the important work we do.

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.

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.

We invite you to download therole description for additional information on the position.

At NESA you will benefit from:

• An organisation where your contribution has a big impact.
• An enviable CBD location (all modes of transport nearby, and excellent coffee and eateries) with refurbished offices.
• Flexible working arrangements and generous leave entitlements.
• Access to discounted health and fitness memberships via Fitness Passport, an employee assistance program and annual flu vaccinations.
• Salary packaging options.
• Working in a purpose driven and ethical organisation with committed colleagues.

Ready to join us?

Key information: If you are a current NESA employee or from another NSW government agency who use SuccessFactors for Recruitment and myWorkZone for Payroll, it’s important to apply through SuccessFactors to ensure your application reaches our system in the right place. If you need advice on that process, follow this guide.

Close date: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 11.59pm AEST

Thank you for your interest, we look forward to receiving your application.

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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.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For ongoing roles, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. Australian Temporary Residents may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

A Talent Pool (valid for 18 months) may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles