Senior Cyber Security Officer

NSW Rural Fire Service; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 135,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks annual leave

MAP access

Salary packaging options

Agreed Absence leave day

Professional development programs

Fitness Passport

Job summary

NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) seeks a Senior Cyber Security Officer to protect information and systems across ICT. You will lead complex security initiatives, provide trusted advice, and work with stakeholders to embed security in technology decisions while mentoring others to raise cyber resilience.

A strong emphasis is placed on threat analysis, incident response, and scalable controls. You will collaborate with the Chief Information Security Officer and project teams to ensure secure

Qualifications

• Extensive experience implementing and supporting enterprise cyber security services across identity, endpoint, network, cloud, application and data protection.
• Strong technical capabilities in security monitoring, vulnerability management and cyber incident response.
• Experience leading cyber security investigations, threat analysis, digital forensic activities and post-incident reviews.
• Ability to assess security risks and recommend practical remediation strategies.
• Understanding of NSW Cyber Security Policy, Essential Eight, ISO 27001 and NIST CSF.
• Experience developing security standards and embedding security into technology projects.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborative approach with ICT teams, stakeholders and external providers.
• Commitment to mentoring and strengthening organisational cyber resilience.
• Understanding the needs of a volunteer-based emergency service organisation.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist technical advice and lead hands-on initiatives to protect NSW RFS information, systems and services.
• Strengthen security controls, investigate and respond to cyber threats, identify vulnerabilities and improve resilience.
• Embed security into technology decisions and mentor colleagues to build cyber security capability.
• Investigate threats, assess vulnerabilities and translate findings into practical risk-reducing recommendations.

Skills

Enterprise cyber security

Identity protection

Endpoint security

Network security

Cloud security

Application security

Data protection

Threat analysis

Incident response

Vulnerability management

Digital forensics

Education

Advanced Diploma or Degree in Cyber Security/Information Technology

Industry-recognised cyber security certifications

Job description

• Attractive annual salary $135,149 - $148,929p.a. plus 12% superannuation
• Location: Sydney Olympic Park(flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered)

Join Our Team: Protect, Serve, and Make a Difference!

We are the Rural Fire Service (RFS), a dedicated community of volunteers providing fire and emergency services to approximately 95% of NSW. When you work with the RFS, you join a passionate team committed to protecting our neighbours, the wider community, and the environment from the threat of bushfires and other emergencies. With over 70,000 volunteer members and staff, we embody the spirit of mutual respect, support, friendship, and camaraderie. We are one team with many players, united by a single purpose. If you share our passion for community service and environmental protection, we want to hear from you! Become a part of our mission to safeguard lives and our cherished NSW landscapes.

What you’ll be doing:

Are you an experienced cyber security professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and turning security risks into practical solutions? Are you passionate about protecting critical information and systems that support emergency services and our communities?

We are seeking a skilled and collaborative Senior Cyber Security Officer to join our ICT team. In this role, you will provide specialist technical advice and lead hands-on initiatives to protect NSW RFS information, systems and services. You will strengthen security controls, investigate and respond to cyber threats, and identify vulnerabilities and opportunities to improve cyber resilience. Working closely with ICT teams, project teams and business stakeholders, you will embed security into technology decisions and mentor colleagues to build cyber security capability across the organisation.

As the Senior Cyber Security Officer, you will provide specialist expertise to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of NSW RFS information, systems and services. You will lead complex cyber security initiatives, provide trusted technical advice and undertake hands-on implementation and operational support to strengthen the organisation’s cyber resilience. You will work closely with the Chief Information Security Officer, ICT teams, project teams and business stakeholders to embed security into technology initiatives and everyday operations. You will also investigate cyber threats, assess vulnerabilities, and translate technical findings into practical recommendations that reduce risk and support secure, reliable services for our members.

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• Extensive experience implementing and supporting enterprise cyber security services across identity, endpoint, network, cloud, application and data protection.
• Strong technical expertise in security monitoring, vulnerability management and cyber incident response.
• Experience leading cyber security investigations, threat analysis, digital forensic activities and post-incident reviews.
• The ability to assess security risks and vulnerabilities and recommend practical remediation strategies.
• A strong understanding of the NSW Cyber Security Policy, Essential Eight, ISO 27001 and the NIST Cyber Security Framework.
• Experience developing security standards, procedures and technical guidance, and embedding security into technology projects and operations.
• The ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and provide trusted, risk-based advice to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A collaborative approach to working with ICT teams, business stakeholders, government agencies and technology providers.
• A commitment to mentoring junior practitioners, sharing knowledge and strengthening organisational cyber resilience.
• An appreciation of the needs of a volunteer-based emergency service organisation.
• An Advanced Diploma or Degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology or a related discipline, or equivalent expertise.
• Industry-recognised cyber security certification(s), or the demonstrated ability to obtain them.
• A current driver licence and willingness to travel.

If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please access the Role Description and our organisation structure.

Note: As per the role description, candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements. If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role, your application may not progress to shortlisting.

Why work for us?

• Attractive leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave per year, plus more
• Free access to our Member Assistance Program (MAP) for all RFS members, and their immediate family
• Salary packaging options available
• One 'Agreed Absence' leave day per calendar month
• Ongoing learning and professional development programs (RFS is a Registered Training Organisation giving you access to various internal courses)
• Partnership with Fitness Passport for eligible RFS staff and their families to access more than 845 gyms and pools!

You’ll also get to enjoy:

• Easy access to Sydney Olympic Park Train Station, bus services and parking facilities
• Local eateries and childcare facilities
• Sydney Olympic Park Entertainment and Sports Precinct, including Accor Stadium, Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Showgrounds, and Bicentennial Park
• Eligible staff are invited to join the local Sydney Olympic Park Connected Membership program, at an additional cost

Important recruitment Information

• A recruitment (talent) pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary, casual and term, full time or part time opportunities.
• We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to ensuring our employees represent the diversity of communities that we serve.
• If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please include any details that you are comfortable sharing during the application process, alternatively, you can reach out to the role expert to discuss.
• The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the NSW PSC Capability Framework). The Capability application tool is designed to help job applicants understand and use the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework when applying for jobs with the NSW government. Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.

Vacancy Reference: R26-362

This may not be the role for you, however you can check out other vacancies in the RFS here, or consider volunteering with your local Brigade.

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