Security Project Executive

Contract Type:

Contract

Location:

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Industry:

Information & Communication Technology (ICT)

Salary:

$1200 - $1450 p/day Inclusive Super

Contact Email:

farbars@whizdom.com.au

Date Published:

26-May-2026

Reference Number:

V-63257

Security Project Executive

Security Project Executive (Cyber Security Operations)

6-Month Contract (Part-Time) | Brisbane

About the Client

Join a leading global consultancy delivering cyber security services to a major utilities organisation operating within a critical infrastructure and highly regulated environment.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Security Project Executive to lead the end-to-end delivery of managed cyber security services across a complex operational landscape.

This role will see you overseeing security operations, governance, incident response, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring the organisation maintains a strong and compliant security posture. You will act as a trusted advisor and senior escalation point, driving both operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Service Delivery & Governance

  • Lead governance across all cyber security operations services
  • Manage SLAs, KPIs, OLAs, and service quality across onshore/offshore teams
  • Conduct weekly, monthly, and quarterly service reviews
  • Ensure security processes, runbooks, and procedures meet regulatory requirements
Security Operations Oversight

  • Oversee threat detection, monitoring, and incident response activities
  • Validate and triage security events and risks across teams
  • Drive improvements across SIEM, EDR, NDR, logging, and automation
Incident & Crisis Management

  • Act as Incident Commander for major cyber incidents
  • Coordinate cross-functional response across technology, legal, and executive teams
  • Lead post-incident reviews and remediation planning
Stakeholder Engagement & Strategy

  • Build relationships with senior stakeholders and executives
  • Provide strategic guidance on cyber security uplift and risk management
  • Support security strategy aligned with NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and SOCI Act
Leadership & Reporting

  • Lead and mentor cyber security teams across locations
  • Deliver executive-level reporting and dashboards on security performance
  • Track progress across continuous improvement and security uplift initiatives
Key Requirements

  • Proven experience leading managed security services and SOC operations
  • Strong background in security operations, incident response, and governance
  • Experience managing hybrid onshore/offshore delivery models
  • Strong knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, SOCI Act)
  • Ability to manage high-severity incidents and crisis situations
  • Excellent stakeholder communication, including executive-level engagement
Technical Exposure (Leadership Level)

  • Network Security: Cisco ASA, Fortinet
  • CASB: Netskope
  • Email Security: Proofpoint
  • Vulnerability Management: Qualys
  • Endpoint Security: Microsoft Defender
  • OT Monitoring: Claroty
  • Strong understanding of SIEM and detection capabilities
What’s on Offer

  • 6-month part-time contract (2.5 days/week)
  • Opportunity to lead cyber security operations for critical infrastructure
  • High-impact role with strong stakeholder visibility and leadership exposure
  • Collaborative consulting environment with focus on security excellence and innovation
How to Apply

If you’re an experienced cyber security leader looking to drive impactful outcomes across a complex environment, apply now.

For more information, contact:
📞 Farbar Siddiq – 0489 922 211
📧 farbars@whizdom.com.au

 



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