About the client:
Our client is a leading NSW State Government department driving secure digital transformation. This role is critical in managing security operations and ensuring compliance across complex IT environments.
About the role:
We are seeking a Security Lead to oversee security operations, governance, and risk management. You’ll lead a team of security professionals, manage incident response, and ensure adherence to NSW Cyber Security Policy and Essential Eight controls.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead security operations and governance for enterprise systems.
- Manage vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and remediation activities.
- Oversee SOC operations and coordinate incident response.
- Implement and monitor compliance with Essential Eight and ISO 27001.
- Drive security awareness and training across teams.
- Collaborate with architects and project managers to embed security in solution design.
- Prepare reports for executive leadership and regulatory bodies.
- 6+ years in security leadership roles within government or large enterprise.
- Strong knowledge of SIEM tools (Splunk, Azure Sentinel) and endpoint protection (CrowdStrike).
- Experience managing SOC operations and incident response.
- Familiarity with NSW Government security frameworks and risk management processes.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Experience with cloud security (Azure, AWS).
- Knowledge of identity governance tools (SailPoint, CyberArk).
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CRISC.
Long-term contract role based in Sydney, with potential conversion to permanent. You’ll lead critical security initiatives in a high-impact environment.
How to Apply
Please upload your CV to apply. For direct enquiries, contact Farbar Siddiq at farbars@whizdom.com.au or 0489 922 211.
Suitable candidates will be contacted with next steps. Selection criteria may apply.
