Strategic Senior Director, Cyber Security Governance & Risk

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Capital Territory seeks a Senior Director to lead cyber security governance, risk and assurance across the ACT Government. You will shape governance frameworks, risk management, and assurance programs while partnering with executives and external stakeholders to strengthen cyber resilience of government services.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and clear communication to senior audiences, with hybrid work options and a focus on improving government-wide

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cyber security governance, risk and assurance at senior levels.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills with executives.
• Experience in auditing, ICT security and governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of cyber security governance, risk and assurance across ACT Government.
• Drive contemporary cyber security strategies and governance frameworks.
• Coordinate with executives, business leaders and external partners to strengthen security and resilience.

Skills

Cyber security leadership

Governance & risk management

Auditing & assurance

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Job description

Australian Capital Territory seeks a Senior Director to lead cyber security governance, risk and assurance across the ACT Government. You will shape governance frameworks, risk management, and assurance programs while partnering with executives and external stakeholders to strengthen cyber resilience of government services.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and clear communication to senior audiences, with hybrid work options and a focus on improving government-wide