Lead Cyber Security Officer

• month contract with a premier Commonwealth agency
• Negative Vetting 1 Security Clearance Required
• Provide independent Governance, Risk and Compliance assurance across high-profile cyber security environments

Resolve Recruit is partnering with a major Commonwealth Government department to engage a highly skilled Cyber Governance, Risk and Compliance Assurance Specialist.

This role sits within a dedicated cyber security assurance function, responsible for evaluating and strengthening governance, risk management and compliance frameworks. Operating as a second-line assurance function, you will review the effectiveness of cyber security controls, policies and processes, and provide recommendations to uplift maturity against recognised standards, including the Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM) and the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF).

This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact on the security and resilience of a large, complex government environment while working as part of a collaborative, high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across IT systems, applications, and third-party vendors.
• Evaluate and monitor compliance with Australian Government requirements such as the PSPF, ISM, and Essential Eight, and apply additional oversights from international frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR.
• Develop and maintain cyber security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Perform gap analyses and recommend remediation strategies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with security governance objectives.
• Support audits and certification processes (e.g., IRAP assessments).
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of security controls.
• Stay current with emerging threats, technologies, and regulatory changes.
• Prepare comprehensive reports for business and senior executive, translating complex technical findings into clear, actionable treatments and recommendations.

Key Experience and Skills:

• Strong background in cyber security governance, risk and compliance management
• Professional certification(s) highly desirable: CISSP, CRISC, CCSP, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor
• Experience in technical ICT areas such as system administration, software development, and cloud computing
• Demonstrated experience in authoring ICT system authorisation documentation including but not limited to: Security Risk Management Plans (SRMPs), System Security Plans (SSPs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Security Requirements:

Applicants must hold an active Negative Vetting 1 Security Clearance (or higher) to be considered.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to bring your expertise as a Cyber Governance, Risk and Compliance Assurance Specialist to a leading Commonwealth Government agency, we'd love to hear from you

Apply by Wednesday, 24 September 2025. Applications received after the deadline may still be considered for future opportunities.

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