Principal Cyber Security Officer

5 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

*About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

Why this role?

We are seeking an experienced Principal Cyber Security Officer to lead within a high-performing team within the Department of Education's Information Security Services. Based in Brisbane, you'll take charge of managing cyber security risk and compliance processes, including advising on security compliance and providing reporting on cyber security risk and management across the Department's broad digital environment.

As a strategic thinker and hands-on operator, you'll collaborate with security analysts, influence risk management, and provide expert advice to strengthen system resilience. You'll also contribute to the development of security policies, lead medium-sized projects, and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

Advising stakeholders on risk and compliance

Providing advice for complex ICT security incidents

Developing policies, standards, and secure practices

Supervising vendor contracts and SLAs

Preparing documentation, including reports, agendas, and meeting minutes, for security governance groups

Managing the Department's information and cyber security audit and assurance activities

The Perfect Fit

Expertise in cyber security operations and governance

Knowledge of ISO27001 or equivalent frameworks (desirable)

Strong leadership, project management and communication skills

A proactive, analytical, and collaborative mindset

Join a team that values leadership, diversity, and innovation - where your work directly contributes to the protection of Queensland's future

Interested? To Apply:

Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)

Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description

Contact Name: Tim Gall,

Closing Date: Thursday, 04 September 2025

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.*

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