Lead Cyber Security Analyst Location: ACT (Hybrid) Contract: 12 months up to 2 × 12‑month extensions Clearance: Australian Citizens with Current NV1 clearance Hudson is seeking an experienced Lead Cyber Security Analyst to support our esteemed large federal government client for a long-term contract role! In this role, you will provide expert cyber security advice across complex ICT environments, leading system security authorisation activities, and ensuring compliance with key frameworks including the ISM, PSPF, Essential Eight, ISO 27001 and NIST CSF. Key Responsibilities Lead the system security authorisation process in accordance with ISM and PSPF; Develop and maintain critical security documentation, including SOPs; Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across projects and operational environments; Collaborate with Authorisation Officers, system owners, project managers and technical teams; Maintain system security posture post‑accreditation through audits and change reviews; Establish processes for reporting and managing security incidents. Essential Experience Experience in complex ICT environment with proven Information Security and/or Risk Assessment capability; Cloud security experience (desired). Role Specifics: Submission deadline: 2nd April 2026 Duration: April 2026 start – 12 months contract Location: ACT - (Hybrid) Eligibility: Australian Citizenship with current 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.