Specialist Cyber Advisor

Transport for NSW; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW in Sydney is seeking a Cyber Advisory Specialist to guide cyber security decisions across complex ICT and operational environments, delivering secure-by-design outcomes. You will provide expert guidance to align security with business goals, collaborate with architecture, engineering, and project teams, and act as a trusted advisor across stakeholders.

This hybrid role is based in Macquarie Park, offering flexible work options and the chance to safeguard critical transport

Qualifications

• Experience in cyber security advisory, risk assessment, or security architecture within complex ICT or OT environments.
• Strong understanding of recognised frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS controls.
• Proven ability to translate security risks into practical guidance for delivery teams.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted cyber advisor, supporting secure-by-design practices.
• Ensure alignment with the NSW Government Cyber Security Policy.
• Assess and manage cyber and information security risks across projects.
• Translate cyber security requirements into practical, fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Collaborate with architecture, engineering, operations, and project teams to embed security into roadmaps.
• Review vendor solutions, contracts and third-party engagements to ensure alignment with security expectations.

Skills

Cyber security

Stakeholder engagement

Security architecture

Job description

If you’re looking to make a difference in your own backyard, this career is for you.

You bring structure, mitigation and education to our organisation. Our records and datasets are vast and varied. This is your opportunity to safeguard critical infrastructure, order and protect sensitive data, and defend against emerging cyber threats. You'll be part of an expert team who protect against thousands of threats every day.

In this role, you'll:

Play a key role in strengthening cyber security practices across our complex operational and digital environments. This is an opportunity to act as a trusted advisor, shaping secure-by-design outcomes that support safe, reliable transport services for the people of NSW.

As a Cyber Advisory Specialist, you will provide expert guidance to ensure cyber security is embedded into decision-making, technology delivery, and operational practices.

You will:

• Act as a trusted cyber advisor, supporting the uplift of secure-by-design practices
• Ensure alignment with the NSW Government Cyber Security Policy
• Assess and manage cyber and information security risks across projects and operations
• Translate cyber security requirements into practical, fit-for-purpose solutions
• Collaborate with architecture, engineering, operations, and project teams to embed security into technology roadmaps and delivery approaches
• Review vendor solutions, contracts, and third-party engagements to ensure alignment with Transport’s cyber security expectations

This role operates in a hybrid working environment in Macquarie Park, Sydney supporting both flexibility and collaboration.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

Experience in cyber security advisory, risk assessment, or security architecture within complex ICT or operational technology environments

Strong working knowledge of recognised frameworks such as:

Proven ability to deliver practical, risk-based cyber advice that aligns security with business goals and delivery outcomes

Confidence engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels, providing trusted guidance beyond technical or compliance silos

Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex cyber risks into clear, actionable insights

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work optionsmay be available. Learn more viaFlexible work options and policy

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

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