Business Support Officer

Enterprise Security & Risk Management; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Southwestern Ontario is looking for a Business Support Officer to support cyber security initiatives. The successful candidate will ensure alignment with business objectives and manage audits concerning essential security measures. This role requires a proven track record in risk management and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. A relevant degree and experience in cyber security are essential for this position, along with a commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cyber security and risk management.
• Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in conducting audits and developing compliance reports.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with cyber security strategy and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and conduct audits to assess security measures.
• Manage stakeholder engagement for Maturity Level assessments.

Skills

Cyber security knowledge

Risk management

Communication skills

Auditing

Stakeholder management

Education

Relevant degree in Cyber Security or related field

Tools

NIST Framework

ISO 27001

Job description

Business Support Officer Position No : 226733 Level / Salary : Level 4, $95,782 - $100,526 (PSCSAA 2024) Work Type : Fixed Term - Full Time Branch : Enterprise Security & Risk Management Location : Perth Closing Date : 2026-01-20 4 : 00 PM

THE ROLE

This role will serve as a driver for ensuring that WA Police Force security measures align with the Cyber Security Strategy as well as regulatory requirements, and risk management strategies.

The fundamental responsibilities for this role will be to align cyber security with business objectives, risk management and compliance, improving communication with non-technical teams, enhancing cyber resilience and optimising security investments. WA Police face evolving threats, complex regulatory requirements, and the need for secure digital transformation. This necessitates a specialised role that bridges the gap between cyber security and business strategy.

KEY DELIVERABLES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and conduct audit as per schedule which includes areas such as Essential 8, NIST CSF, ISSG
• Commence work packages under the NIST initiatives: Security Incident Response, Monitoring and Logging, Identity Access Management – scoping
• Conduct a GAP analysis of Information Security Manual
• Manage and coordinate Maturity Level 2 between both internal and external stakeholders
• Perform a GAP analysis of current state vs. latest Maturity Level 1 and plan out activities to implement
• Assist scoping USB Blocking as well as Wireless Device Policy
• Identify opportunities to enhance the agency’s cyber capability, tools, and processes; participate in maturity uplift activities and contribute to the improvement of the agency’s cyber resilience
• Conduct impact assessments of proposed technology or process changes on the agency’s security posture; collaborate with security teams to assess risks and recommend mitigations aligned with policy and frameworks
• Document and analyse current and future‑state security processes, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement; support initiatives that improve security capability and maturity
• Develop clear and concise documentation, including business cases, process flows, risk assessments, user requirements, and briefing notes
• Prepare reports for technical and executive audiences
• Support audits, policy reviews, compliance reporting, and the development of security frameworks, ensuring alignment with WA Government cybersecurity directives, Essential Eight, ISO 27001

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please ensure you complete, sign and scan the Integrity Check Consent Form (refer attached) and submit it along with your application (the Integrity Check Consent Form is not required for current WA Police Force employees).

Applicants are requested to submit a two‑page Statement of Claim outlining their background and/or experience in the cyber security field.

Applicants are also required to submit a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). Your CV should provide enough detail (dot points are sufficient) to allow the selection panel to assess your skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the Key Accountabilities of the attached Position Description Form.

The CV must also include the names and contact details of two referees who can comment on the applicant’s ability to satisfy all of the Essential Work‑Related Requirements. Applicants should nominate at least one immediate (most contemporary) supervisor/manager unless exceptional circumstances exist.

For applicants deemed suitable, all Essential Work‑Related Requirements listed in the Position Description Form will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.

SUBSTANTIVE EQUALITY & WORK HEALTH & SAFETY (WHS) STATEMENT

The WA Police Force is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal Australians, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. The Department also promotes flexible family friendly work practices.

Throughout the recruitment process we provide reasonable adjustments to allow people with a disability to participate effectively. Reasonable adjustments can also be made available to assist you in the job, if you are successful in gaining employment.

WHS is a vital component within the WA Police Force. Safety is a partnership between the employer and their employees and it relies on all of us working together to ensure that everyone is safe in their working environment, which enables them to go home safely. We incorporate safety in every part of our business and it is an integral part of the decision‑making process.

The WA Police Force has a duty of care to ensure employees are not adversely affected by alcohol or drugs in the workplace. Regular testing of all employees for alcohol and drugs aims to ensure the health, welfare and safety of all personnel and promote community confidence in the WA Police Force.

ATTACHMENTS

Position Description Form, Integrity Check Consent Form, Statement of Claim, Curriculum Vitae template – available upon request.