Manager - CS Risk and Assurance

NSW Police Force; Sydney; On-site; AUD 171,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Leave purchasing option

Annual leave loading

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

NSW Police Force in Sydney Olympic Park is seeking a Manager to lead the Cyber Security risk and assurance function. You will shape enterprise cyber strategy, oversee risk governance and assurance, and collaborate directly with the Chief Information Security Officer.

This senior role oversees a specialist team and ensures cyber resilience across a 20,000+ employee organisation, balancing security with frontline policing and public safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead cyber security risk, assurance and governance for NSW Police Force.
• Influence executive decision-making and drive cyber security agenda across complex environments.
• Build and mature cyber governance frameworks, policies and assurance activities.

Job description

Job Description - Manager - CS Risk and Assurance (0000BDRG)

Manager - CS Risk and Assurance - 0000BDRG

• Ongoing, Full-Time
• Sydney Olympic Park

About us

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an opportunity for a Manager to be part of our Cyber Security team within the Technology and Communication Services Command. The role provides strategic leadership and guidance to the organisation to ensure that it is effectively safeguarded against technology and cyber security threats by overseeing identification, cyber risks and associated technology risks, their analysis and assessment across the NSWPF.

Join us to lead cyber security risk and assurance for one of Australia's most critical public-sector organisations.

Working directly with the CISO, you'll influence enterprise-wide cyber strategy, strengthen organisational resilience, lead governance and assurance initiatives, and help protect the systems and information that support frontline policing and community safety across NSW. This is a rare opportunity to combine strategic leadership, technical expertise and public sector purpose in a role with genuine organisational impact. There are several unique aspects this role

Shape Cyber Security Across One of Australia's Largest Police Forces

Lead the cyber security risk, assurance and governance function for an organisation that supports more than 20,000 employees and delivers critical services to the people of New South Wales.

Strategic Leadership with Enterprise-Wide Impact

Influence executive decision-making and drive the cyber security agenda across a complex operational environment where technology resilience directly supports frontline policing and public safety.

Build and Mature Cyber Governance

Take ownership of the frameworks, policies and assurance activities that underpin cyber security compliance, resilience and risk management across the NSW Police Force.

Work at the Forefront of Emerging Cyber Risks

Address rapidly evolving cyber threats, emerging technologies and complex regulatory requirements while balancing security, operational effectiveness and innovation.

Direct Access to Senior Leadership

Partner closely with the Chief Information Security Officer and senior stakeholders to shape organisation-wide cyber security strategy, risk appetite and investment priorities.

Lead a High-Performing Specialist Team

Develop and mentor a growing cyber security team focused on cyber risk, resilience, policy, governance and assurance.

View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

• flexible work options;
• opportunity to purchase leave;
• annual leave loading;
• corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
• salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
• convenient location for public transport and to shops etc;

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Peter Evans via [phone].

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:

• a permanent resident of Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:

• Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at [e-mail]
• Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [e-mail]
• Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [e-mail]

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Location

Sydney Region-Sydney - Greater West

Work Type

Full-time

Number of Positions

1

Total Remuneration Package: Base salary ranges from $170,841 to $178,369 plus employer's contribution to superannuation of 12% and annual leave loading.

Contact Peter Evans - [phone]

Closing Date

05-Oct-2026, 12:59:00 PM

Job Category

Information and communications technology

We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge theircontinued connection to their country and culture.