Principal Cyber Security Specialist

at; South Australia; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Australian Government is looking for a Principal Cyber Security Specialist to join the Department of Treasury and Finance. This role involves contributing to security initiatives, designing cyber security processes, and monitoring security threats. The successful candidate will enjoy flexible working options and a commitment to diversity and inclusion within a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Salary packaging options

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Program

Be Well Program

Qualifications

• Proven understanding of security threats and industry knowledge.
• Ability to design and document cyber security processes.
• Excellent communication skills for training and advisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Contribute technical ICT and security expertise to government projects.
• Coordinate with government agencies on cyber security initiatives.
• Continuously improve cyber security awareness and training programs.

Skills

Emerging security threats monitoring

Cyber security process design

Technical cyber security expertise

Training contribution

Investigation of security breaches

Job description

We are currently seeking applications for a Principal Cyber Security Specialist to join the Office of the Chief Information Officer at the Department of Treasury and Finance on a 2-year fixed term.

Remuneration: ASO7 – Salary Range ($108,109 – $116,864 p.a.).

About the opportunity

The Principal Cyber Security Specialist contributes technical ICT and security expertise to the design and delivery of projects and initiatives that support the modernisation and transformation of government services through accessible, simple, and secure solutions. The Principal Cyber Security Specialist works across a range of security initiatives within the Cyber Security Directorate, including assisting in the design and delivery of Cabinet approved, whole of government, security projects.

About you

• Maintain a current understanding of emerging security threats by monitoring a range of industry information sources and networks and incorporating this knowledge into the security management of the government environment.
• Coordinate with other state and commonwealth government agencies when required to report and review cyber security initiatives.
• Design and document cyber security processes, procedures, guidelines and solutions.
• Provide security expertise to aid the design and delivery of projects and initiatives that support the modernisation and transformation of government services through accessible, simple and secure solutions.
• Provide technical cyber security expertise to aid the department in meeting its responsibilities as the lead agency for cyber security and as the Control Agency for Cyber Crisis under the South Australian Emergency Management arrangements.
• Continually improve the level of general awareness and knowledge of cyber security, change control and access‑control matters by contributing to training courses and providing advice to committees, meetings, managers and individual staff, as required.
• Undertake or participate in investigations into activities that breach security standards and policies, including advice and proactive communication to relevant senior stakeholders.
• Additional duties may include providing support to technology investigations in the form of computer evidence seizure, computer forensic analysis, data recovery and network assessments.

About us

The Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) enables a more connected and secure government so that South Australian (SA) Government agencies can better serve our community. We do this by leading the SA Government's technology, cyber security, and digital government strategies, as well as developing and delivering resilient and innovative ICT, digital and cyber security services, platforms, and critical infrastructure to SA Government agencies that are accessible, trusted and secure.

As well as working within the SA Public Sector Code of Ethics, OCIO’s principles are: customer‑centric and collaborative, growth minded, engaged and skilled, and honesty in action.

OCIO supports flexible work arrangements, and our office environment is activity‑based, with spaces tailored for focused work, collaboration, and general space for everyday work.

Cyber Security Directorate, in OCIO, sets the state's cyber security agenda and leads SA Government's cyber security efforts by proactively identifying threats, responding to incidents, promoting best practice, and working with SA Government agencies to assist in coordinating, evaluating, and improving cyber security capabilities across government to ensure the security of government's information and systems.
At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.

What we offer

• Flexible working options
• Salary packaging options
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Be Well Program

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre‐employment declaration.

National Police Check

Working with Children Check

Security Clearance – Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) (agency to apply post‑commencement)

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.