Cyber Security Adviser

About Peoplebank:

Peoplebank, part of RGF Staffing ANZ, is a leading talent solutions provider. We place the brightest IT & digital professionals into some of the region's top employers. We are expert recruiters who have been placing IT & digital specialists with some of the most dynamic and recognised organisations in the Asia Pacific region for over 34 years.

About the Role: Our Federal Government Client is seeking a Cyber Security Adviser – Risk and Compliance Analyst. This is a long-term contract role 12 months with one 12-month extension option, located at our client's National Offices, primarily 21 Genge Street (GEN1), Canberra - Hybrid. (Working arrangements as advised by the client.)

As the selected candidate, you will:

• Conduct Cyber Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) and Security Impact Assessments (SIAs)

• Review and re-evaluate existing Security Approval to Operate (SATO) artefacts

• Facilitate IT projects and system upgrades into production using core security principles

• Assist system owners in identifying and assessing system risk levels

• Prioritise and triage new work items and manage enterprise and group-level cyber risks

• Determine security requirements and develop mitigation strategies to ensure risks remain within tolerance

• Prepare risk and compliance documentation for executive and governance bodies

• Communicate technical risk concepts to non-technical stakeholders clearly and effectively

To be successful in this role you should have:

• Strong understanding of information security principles and risk management frameworks (ISO 27001, ISM, NIST, PSPF)

• Experience delivering SRAs and SIAs in complex environments

• Knowledge of threat modelling, risk treatment planning, and control effectiveness evaluation

• Familiarity with government/enterprise authorisation frameworks and accreditation processes

• Ability to interpret and apply compliance requirements across multi-vendor and cloud environments

• Experience assessing risks within cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, IaaS)

• Understanding of security architecture and relevant technical controls

• Strong written communication skills, including report writing and preparation of executive-level briefings

• Ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines with strong attention to detail

It is desirable if you have:

• Experience identifying emerging risks in evolving technologies such as Artificial Intelligence

• Experience supporting security governance forums or audit functions

• Experience working within large enterprise or Federal Government cyber environments

Due to security clearance requirements for this role, candidates must be Australian citizens with a Baseline security clearance.

Benefits of being a Peoplebank candidate:

• Personalised Attention: You'll be assigned a dedicated Account Manager to support your unique needs.

• User-Friendly Services and Ongoing Support: Easy online timesheet lodgement, plus full access to contractor care, payroll, and admin support throughout your contract.

• Choice and Flexibility: A wide variety of contracting options tailored to your preferences and circumstances.

• Industry-Leading Payroll Services: Enjoy the reliability of accurate, on-time weekly payments.

• Contractor Satisfaction Focus: Our goal is to be your top choice for IT contracting and permanent roles—with your success at the centre of everything we do.

Apply now for immediate consideration – contact Mariz Arroyo at  quoting Job Reference: #

Applications close: 21 November am AEST

Please note: Only candidates that meet the above criteria will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the position.

Peoplebank and Leaders IT are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need adjustments to the recruitment process due to your circumstances, please let us know—we're here to support you.