12-Month Contract | Up to $1300 per day | Brisbane Based
Are you an experienced cyber security professional looking to contribute to national infrastructure protection? This is a rare opportunity to play a vital role in a high-impact cyber program focused on uplift, assurance, and resilience across critical systems and services.
As the Senior Cyber Security Assurance and Risk Analyst, you will be responsible for driving the delivery of enterprise-wide security governance, risk, and assurance initiatives across a complex and evolving technology landscape. This role supports major transformation programs and works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure systems are secure, compliant, and resilient.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide expert assurance and risk management support across ICT and OT environments.
* Deliver cyber security governance, audit, and compliance activities aligned to enterprise security strategy.
* Assist in the certification and accreditation of systems and provide security input for RFQs/RFIs.
* Monitor the effectiveness of security controls and recommend improvements.
* Participate as a security SME in change advisory boards, procurement panels, and project delivery forums.
* Develop and maintain key security documentation including System Security Plans and Statements of Applicability.
* Work closely with GRC and CIRRIS tools to manage risk, compliance actions, and reporting.
About You
* Proven experience in cyber assurance and risk management within a large-scale enterprise environment.
* Strong understanding of cyber risks in both traditional ICT and operational technology environments.
* Skilled in translating technical risk into business language to influence stakeholders.
* Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Comfortable working across geographically dispersed teams and complex project ecosystems.
Key Skills & Qualifications
* Strong knowledge of NIST frameworks (800-37, 800-39), ITIL, and risk-based security practices.
* Experience with security certification & accreditation, including working with GRC platforms.
* Industry-recognised certifications (at least one required):
o CISSP (or ISSAP, ISSEP, ISSMP)
o CISA, CRISC, CGEIT
o ICS410 (ICS/SCADA Security Essentials)
* Tertiary qualifications in ICT, Cyber Security, or related field (preferred).
Security Requirements
* Must be an Australian Citizen with the ability to obtain (or already hold) NV1 Security Clearance.
To be considered for this role please click apply now or email david.reynolds@talentinternational.com to organise a time to discuss confidentially.