Manager Cyber Security

• Full Time, 35 hours per week
• Temporary up to 12 months
• Primary Work Location: Parramatta
• Clerk Grade 11/12 – Salary from $149,739 up to $173,174 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to apply. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers. Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

About the Role

A core manager for the Cyber Security Group, your role focuses on leading the timely and high-quality delivery of all Business as Usual (BAU) security services. You will be the central point of control, prioritising resources, managing vendor performance, and fostering strong relationships across the business to ensure consistency in security reviews, project support, and IT service delivery while driving process efficiency.

About You

As our ideal candidate, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in computer science, information and technology or related technical field and/or relevant experience
• Lead security service delivery (BAU, resourcing, budgets, quality)
• Expert at building relationships with stakeholders and vendors
• Strong knowledge of NSW Government compliance and key security frameworks such as ISO 27001, PSPF
• Proven ability to manage vendor performance and contractual SLAs
• Drives service optimisation and efficiency through performance data
• Ability and willingness to travel for work purposes.

Applying is easy

Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you're our ideal candidate.

If you'd like to know more about the role, please view the role description here.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Cidalina Brodie on or email

Applications close: Sunday, 16 November 2025 at 11:55pm AEDT

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

About Us

Together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Additional Information

The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

DPIRD is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.