Job Description

Job Title: EL2 Cyber Security Architect
Client: Federal 
Work Location: ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA (Hybrid Work Arrangement)
Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1
Citizenship Requirement: Australian Citizens only

Estimated Start Date: Monday, 01 September 2025
Initial Contract Duration: 12 months
Extension Term: 12 months
Number of Extensions: 1
Maximum Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Role Overview:
The Federal Department is seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security Architect at the EL2 level to provide strategic security architecture design and guidance across major ICT capabilities. This includes ensuring that the cyber security architecture aligns with initiatives and overarching business requirements.

This is a senior architectural role responsible for leading the design and implementation of cyber security architecture across capabilities such as:
- Identity and access management
- Cyber security operations
- Data storage and analytics
- Payment and debt management
- Fraud and case management systems
- Public-facing systems including APIs
- Mobile applications
- Governance, risk and compliance

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Resolve complex ICT-related security issues and manage associated risks across large-scale digital programs.
- Provide expert knowledge in cyber security architecture and industry best practices.
- Develop, document, and implement technology risk reduction strategies and compliance initiatives.
- Contribute to and maintain IT security standards, policies, procedures, and risk management controls.
- Support business areas to ensure compliance with PSPF, ISM, Agency Risk Frameworks, and incident management practices.
- Architect secure solutions using Microsoft platforms and technologies.
- Provide clear, high-level communication across technical, executive, and operational levels.
- Lead and support digital transformation initiatives from a cyber security perspective.
- Foster collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Hold relevant tertiary qualifications or industry certifications in ICT or cyber security.

Evaluation Criteria:
Essential:
1. Minimum 5 years’ experience in cyber security architecture, including governance, risk management, and compliance.
2. Proven experience working in agile delivery environments with flexibility to adapt to evolving priorities.
3. Demonstrated ability to assess risks and apply security standards to greenfield environments.
4. At least 5 years’ experience with Australian Government ICT governance, including policy development and framework documentation.
5. Strong ability to produce technical documentation and deliver briefings to executive audiences.

Desirable:
1. Possession of CISSP certification or equivalent.
2. Broad architectural experience across business, data, security, technology, integration, and application domains.