Job Description

Job Title: Lead Cyber Advisor

Security Clearance: NV2 or TSPV

Duration: Initial 12 months with 2 x 12-month extensions

Industry: Information Technology

Location of work: Onsite – QLD, ACT, VIC

Working arrangements: Onsite

Closing date: 9AM Tursday, 12 February 2026

Description:

Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Cyber Advisor to support information and cyber security outcomes across the organisation. The role requires senior-level capability in cyber security advisory functions, including assessment, analysis, reporting, stakeholder engagement and team leadership. The successful candidate will operate at an APS EL1 equivalent level of responsibility.

Responsibilities:

• Certify or validate systems to support accreditations through the collection and analysis of cyber and information security data

• Produce high quality information and cyber security reporting, policy or doctrine

• Analyse detection and response statistics, security incidents and breaches, and prepare formal correspondence

• Translate and explain complex cyber and information security matters to a range of stakeholders, including representation at forums

• Research and analyse cyber and information security activities or data to improve security posture

• Build and sustain effective relationships with stakeholders and customers

• Motivate and mentor team members, align skills and allocate resources to deliver outcomes

• Establish, assess and analyse cyber and information security practices to ensure compliance with legislation and standards

• Evaluate business practices and objectives to support continuous improvement

• Identify cyber security vulnerabilities and forecast potential threats using innovative research techniques

Requirements:

• Demonstrated senior experience in cyber security or information security advisory roles

• Ability to operate at an APS EL1 equivalent level

• Availability to work onsite in QLD, ACT or VIC

• Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance

Key Capabilities:

• Cyber security risk and vulnerability assessment

• Security incident investigation and response

• Cyber security reporting and documentation

• Stakeholder engagement and advisory services

• Leadership and mentoring capability

Essential Criteria:

• Ability to plan, manage and execute vulnerability assessments and/or risk assessments in relation to information security and cyber security

• Demonstrated experience in researching tools and techniques in the cyber security/information security domain and the ability to translate complex data into business level reporting

• Demonstrated experience in the investigation, analysis and assessment of security breaches and/or threats and associated mitigation strategies

• Experience in creation and maintenance of cyber security and/or information security practices, procedures, standards and guidelines

Desirable Criteria:

• Certification as an IRAP Assessor

How to apply:

Please submit your application including your resume and a completed application form addressing the essential and desirable criteria. Ensure your application highlights your experience and any relevant certifications.