Cyber Security Lead – 6 Month Contract
Location:
Kalgoorlie, WA
Start:
ASAP
We're seeking a
Cyber Security Lead
to drive operational security, governance, and compliance uplift across a local government ICT environment. This hands-on role is the primary point of contact for all cybersecurity matters and requires strong technical capability, solid governance experience, and confident stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
* Monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity threats across the City's ICT environment
* Lead incident response, security advice, and risk mitigation activities
* Ensure compliance with Essential Eight, ISM, OAG, PRIS and internal policy
* Implement and improve cybersecurity controls across cloud, infrastructure, and endpoints
* Manage security governance: policies, procedures, risk/audit registers, reporting
* Coordinate vulnerabilities, penetration testing follow-ups, and remediation
* Provide cyber input into ICT changes and projects (secure-by-design)
* Deliver staff cyber awareness training and phishing simulations
* Prepare monthly security reports for ICT leadership and governance committees
About You
* 5+ years ICT experience, with 3+ years in cybersecurity operations/governance
* Strong understanding of EDR/AV tools, vulnerability scanning, SIEM basics, M365 and AD security
* Knowledge of Essential Eight, ISM, PRIS or ISO 27001
* Strong communication skills with the ability to explain risks and incidents clearly
* Able to work independently in a small team and manage competing priorities
* Current National Police Clearance
Why Apply?
* High-impact security uplift role
* Broad scope across operations, governance, compliance, and awareness
* On-site leadership role in a dynamic regional environment
Apply now to lead cyber security maturity uplift across a critical local government environment.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
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