Security Solution / Cyber Security Architect – NV1 - 12 ‑ Month Contract Extensions 12‑Month Contract - Excellent extension options! ACT Onsite (Flexible Arrangements Negotiable) Australian Citizens - NV1 Clearance Required A senior cyber security solution architect is required to lead security uplift activities and guide secure‑by‑design practices across complex government ICT environments. This role focuses on reducing security risk, shaping technology strategy and ensuring alignment with ACSC, ASD, ISM and PSPF requirements. About the role You’ll provide expert security architecture advice, support secure solution design, and lead cyber uplift activities including Essential Eight implementation. The role involves reviewing application and integration designs, raising security awareness, and guiding stakeholders across technical and non‑technical areas. What you’ll bring Experience working with Azure cloud infrastructure and services Experience implementing Essential Eight in Government agencies which includes technical uplift and guidance to a variety of stakeholders Strong Federal Government cyber security experience Expertise in secure‑by‑design practices and vulnerability reduction Experience applying PSPF, ISM and Essential Eight to system designs Desirable Understanding of Operational Technologies Role Specifics: Submission deadline: 22nd April 2026 Duration: May 2026 start – 12 months contract Location: ACT – Hybrid Eligibility: Australian Citizenship with NV1 clearance If this opportunity aligns with your skills and interest, please submit your application now or contact Varsha on Varsha.vachaspati@hudson.com Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Hudson Hudson is committed to helping you find a workplace where you feel respected, supported, and free to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences—because when different voices come together, amazing things happen. Casual Loading Please note for all Australian based contract and temporary roles only, the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading. This excludes permanent and fixed term roles.