Senior IT Security Advisor - Cloud & Risk Assurance

IT Alliance Australia; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A Federal Government client is seeking a Lead IT Security Advisor - EL1 for a fulltime role in Canberra, focusing on advisory and assurance within a complex ICT environment. The position requires extensive knowledge of cyber security requirements and risk management, particularly in cloud-based contexts. The advisor will collaborate with internal teams and external providers to ensure secure design and effective assurance. The role allows for hybrid work, with a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and governance.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of Australian Government cyber security requirements, including the ISM and PSPF.
• Strong experience in cyber security risk management, including NIST, ISO 31000 and ISO 27005.
• Demonstrated experience providing senior IT security advisory services in cloud-based ICT environments.

Responsibilities

• Providing continuous, independent cyber security advice across Agency platforms.
• Supporting the uplift of cyber security maturity and continuous improvement activities.
• Advising on cyber security risk management and executive level risk acceptance.

Skills

Cyber security risk management

Advisory services

Communication skills

Job description

A Federal Government client is seeking a Lead IT Security Advisor - EL1 for a fulltime role in Canberra, focusing on advisory and assurance within a complex ICT environment. The position requires extensive knowledge of cyber security requirements and risk management, particularly in cloud-based contexts. The advisor will collaborate with internal teams and external providers to ensure secure design and effective assurance. The role allows for hybrid work, with a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and governance.