Cyber Security Product Owner

**Computer Systems Officer (CSO) Grade 5**:

- **Product Owner User Security**:

- **Long term temporary position - Up to July 2026**:

- **Sydney Olympic Park location**

**About us**

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

**About the role**

Through the enablement of modern policing including connected officers, drones, biometrics, artificial intelligence / machine language and other technologies there has been great advancements in modern policing. Modern practices require modern cyber security solutions. As part of cyber security in law enforcement you will be on the fore front of working with concepts and products that your industry peers can only imagine.

Amongst this exciting landscape the Cyber Security Command is uplifting and transforming cyber security at NSWPF and we are now seeking talented individuals to join our rapidly growing team. This transformation will include leading edge technologies and practices which are being implemented within the organisation.

As a result of this success story, we are now seeking an experienced, switched on and motivated Product Owner - User Security to be responsible for the operational lifecycle for security technologies. We are looking for a tech-savvy professional who enjoys creatively thinking about new solutions, exploring new technologies and automating tasks around the existing technologies. This is long term role for a Leader looking for a stable career move. This contract will take you through till July 2026 (and beyond), based out of our state-of-the-art purpose-built cyber security centre in Sydney Olympic Park. We support flexible a hybrid work from home arrangement.

Reporting to the Cyber Security Engineering Manager, you will have a team of 3 direct reports which you will coach and develop. To be successful in this role, the individual will have an advanced technical understanding and practical hands-on experience in providing quality security solutions. They will be able to define a clear vision and prioritise the needs of the organisation in and around identity security. Current solutions in this field include Identity Management, Identity Federation, Multi Factor Authentication, User Behaviour Analytics and Privilege Identity Management / Privilege Access Management.

**To be successful in this role, you will have**:

- High technical capability, with hands on experience
- Extensive professional experience with IT security products and services
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in an IT discipline or industry qualification including CISSP, CEH, OSCP etc
- Team leadership and service portfolio delivery experience

**What we can offer you**

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

- Learn and work with industry leading vendors and products in the cyber security space
- Obtain industry cyber security certifications
- competitive salary;
- opportunity to purchase leave;
- annual leave loading;
- corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
- salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; and
- 2 min walk to nearest train station and bus stop, restaurants, cafes and sporting venues.

**How to Apply**

Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

**Target Question 1**:
Provide an example of your experience with technologies around Identity Management and security?

**Target Question 2**:
Why is Identity Management so important to an organisation’s security posture?

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager **James DeLuca** **via **0448 378 662**.
- an Australian Citizen;
- a permanent resident of Australia; or
- a New Zealand citizen.

**Our commitment to Diversity**

The NSW Police Force is a proud employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.