Cyber Security Risk

5 hours ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Paxus Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Cyber Security Risk & Assurance Specialist (M365/Cloud)

Play a critical role in risk, compliance, and assurance for a nationally significant secure cloud collaboration program.

About the role

We are seeking a Cyber Security Risk & Assurance Specialist to provide expert leadership in governance, risk, and compliance across a secure Microsoft 365 and cloud collaboration environment.

This role is central to developing security documentation, leading cyber risk assessments, and ensuring the program achieves and maintains Authority to Operate (ATO). You will liaise with assurance authorities, provide expert advice on cyber posture, and drive continuous improvement in cyber resilience.

Key responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver Security Documentation Packs (SSP, SRMP, CMP, IRP, Continuous Monitoring Plans) to support ATO.
  • Lead technical cyber risk assessments for M365 environments.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate cyber security risks using industry and government frameworks.
  • Ensure compliance with ISM, Essential 8, DSPF, PSPF, and ASD's Blueprint for Secure Cloud.
  • Liaise with external assurance authorities and stakeholders to align cyber strategy.
  • Provide expert advice on cyber security posture and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate as part of a high-performing, delivery-focused team.

Skills & experience

  • Strong background in cyber security governance, risk management, and compliance.
  • Experience developing security artefacts for Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and cloud security standards.
  • Familiarity with ISM, PSPF, DSPF, Essential 8, ASD Cloud Blueprint.
  • Proven experience leading risk assessments and assurance activities.
  • Strong communication skills for working with technical and executive stakeholders.
  • Australian citizenship with an active security clearance (NV1 or higher) is essential.

Desirable certifications

  • Industry-recognised cyber security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CRISC, Security+.
  • Microsoft security certifications such as SC-100, SC-300, SC-400, AZ-500, MS-102, MD-102.

Why join?

  • Play a key role in a program of national importance.
  • Lead cyber assurance and GRC in a cutting-edge Microsoft cloud environment.
  • Long-term contract with extensions, delivered through Paxus - a trusted partner in ICT talent.

Apply now to secure and assure Australia's next-generation Microsoft collaboration environment

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Muhammad Warsi on or email: and quote the above job reference number.

Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.

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