Cyber Security Officer

Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions

Prosecution Officer (Administrative) Level 5

Ongoing, fulltime

$142,493. Package includes salary ($113,574 - $125,720 p.a.), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Join our Cyber Security Team

About us

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is the independent prosecuting authority responsible for the prosecution of all serious indictable offences committed against the laws of New South Wales.

Our vision is to be a dynamic prosecution service recognised for our excellence and leadership. We act with integrity, by behaving ethically and professionally.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace by providing ongoing support and opportunities for all staff.

The Role

The Cyber Security Officer is responsible for supporting the development, implementation and maintenance of ODPP cyber security frameworks, policies and guidelines ensuring that the ODPP successfully manages its compliance, legal and regulatory obligations.

Key accountabilities:

• Monitor, improve compliance with and report against the requirements of NSW Cyber Security Policy.
• Identify and manage information security risks and prepare risk assessments for all relevant technology changes in the IM&T environment and related business operations.
• Responsible for the ISMS administration, maintenance and documentation to maintain conformance with the ISO 27001 standard.
• Manage all internal and external IT security audits including resolution of resultant findings.
• Responsible for all security reports to Executive, management committees and Audit Risk Committee.
• Ongoing administration and continual improvements to the ODPP BCP and DRP programs.
• Contribute to the reliable, secure, effective and efficient use and operation of all aspects of the Office's technology environment.

About you

• Relevant degree in computer technology or equivalent experience.
• CISM or equivalent security qualification is preferred.
• Proven ability to identify and assess information security risks.
• High proficiency in problem solving and working as part of a team.
• Effective influencing, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Why choose the ODPP

As the prosecuting authority of NSW, the ODPP offers unique career opportunities.

You will:

• Be based in our brand-new office at Parkline Place, next door to Gadigal Metro station on Pitt Street in the heart of Sydney.
• Enjoy flexible work practices, 35-hour work week, access to flex leave, and hybrid ways of working (minimum 3 days in the office).
• Undertake challenging work that makes a difference to the community.
• Have excellent working conditions with a strong focus on staff wellbeing, health and safety (including access to 24/7 EAP services, a wellbeing check program, access to special fitness passport rates, and workplace adjustments).
• Have access to training and development opportunities.
• Have the opportunity to join five affinity groups including First Nations, Disability and Neurodiversity, People of Diverse Genders and Sexualities, Women, and Cultural and Linguistic Diversity. These groups foster inclusion by providing a network for social connection, support, advocacy, and a platform to share experiences and stories.

Interviews

The interview process will include capability-based assessments which may require your time and presence on more than one day.

How to Apply

Please read the Role Description and address the key accountabilities and focus capabilities when preparing your resume [maximum three pages] and cover letter [maximum two pages]. You are required to demonstrate your suitability and claim for the role by addressing the following two targeted questions within the body of your cover letter:

Q1 – Describe how you keep up to date with the complexity and sophistication of external threats to security within the cyber security landscape.

Q2 – Describe your experience in influencing staff and stakeholders to ensure cyber security frameworks are adopted through awareness of organisational cyber security.

Please apply via , reference number 1385.

When completing the online application form, you will be asked to provide the contact details of two relevant referees (who can speak from a Supervisory perspective), and consent to a Criminal History Record Check.

Closing date: 11:59pm, Monday 22 September 2025

Please note that a talent pool will be created to fill ongoing and temporary vacancies across all ODPP offices which may arise over the next 18 months.

Further Information:

Learn more about the ODPP here: About us | ODPP ) |Code of Conduct

To learn more about First Nations People and the ODPP: First Nations People and the ODPP | ODPP ).

Benefits of working with the ODPP: Benefits We Offer | ODPP )

Enquiries: Brendan Oldham, Director IM&T, via Andrea Nicou, Executive Assistant to the Directors of Corporate Services on or

For general enquiries or if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to support you during the recruitment process, please contact Bianca Burgess, Recruitment Business Partner on or

If you experience technical difficulties when submitting your application, please email and a response will be sent during business hours.

The ODPP values diversity and supports all staff to reach their full potential. The Office welcomes applications from First Nations people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people identifying with diverse genders and sexualities, people with disability and other diversity groups. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in the selection process, please indicate this in your application.