Security Architecture Analyst

Overview

Location: Parramatta CBD with access to hybrid work arrangements. Employment type: Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week). Salary range: $113,574 pa - $125,720 pa plus employers’ contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Role: Make a real impact in cybersecurity. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and want to make a difference, this is your opportunity. Join the Department of Communities and Justice to protect critical digital assets and support safer, more inclusive communities.

What you’ll do

As part of the Cyber Risk, Audit, and Compliance team, you’ll play a key role in protecting digital assets and supporting secure service delivery across the Department.

- Performing security risk assessments and monitoring compliance
- Supporting security certifications and reporting on risk findings
- Advising on controls aligned with NSW Government and industry standards
- Collaborating with internal teams and external vendors to improve security practices
- Contributing to project delivery in a dynamic, innovative environment

You’ll be part of a skilled, collaborative team that values integrity, continuous learning, and service excellence.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking a motivated cybersecurity professional who brings expertise, insight, and a commitment to excellence. We’re looking for someone with:

- Tertiary qualifications in information security or a related field, plus certifications like CISSP, CISA, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
- Proven experience in risk assessments, security audits, and compliance reviews across business, technology, and vendor environments
- Strong understanding of NSW Government and industry security standards
- Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear reports and expert advice
- Proficiency in applying security frameworks and technologies to identify vulnerabilities, manage incidents, and drive continuous improvement

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What We Offer

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

- A challenging and rewarding career
- Flexible, autonomous work environment
- Competitive pay and conditions
- Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
- Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs

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We do work that really matters

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We’re focused on addressing disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.

Click apply, attach an up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the 2 targeted questions below with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role:

- Can you describe a time when you conducted a security risk assessment and how your findings influenced project or operational decisions?
- How have you ensured compliance with government or industry security standards in a previous role, and what tools or frameworks did you use?

Applications close Sunday, 5 October 2025 at 11:59pm AEST.

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Timothy Berwick on 0477 617 238 or at tim.berwick@dcj.nsw.gov.au. If you have questions about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please call Poppy Sgro on 02 9765 3929 or via poppy.sgro@dcj.nsw.gov.au.

Inclusion and Diversity

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit. We hire people with diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for up to 18 months.

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