Principal Security Architect

12 hours ago

Harris Park, New South Wales, Australia NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Full time $149,739 - $173,174 per year

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.

  • Drive enterprise security that empowers innovation and mitigates risk
  • Ongoing full-time opportunity, 35 hours/week
  • Office location - Parramatta, hybrid working supported
  • Salary relativ
    e to experience, and ranges from $ 149,739 to $ 173,174 + super & leave loading

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment & Water (DCCEEW) are looking for a
Principal Security Architect
to join a dynamic and growing IT team

About the role

As the
Principal Security Architect, you will
play an integral role in defining, implementing and continuously improving the Department's security architecture and practices that enables secure and resilient operations aligned with NSW Government frameworks.

You will translate complex business objectives and risk management strategies into actionable processes enabled by security technologies and services. This includes evaluating new solutions, services, vendors, applications and security tools from a technical perspective and develop security architecture for secure systems that adhere to expected standards and policies.

About you

You will demonstrate:

  • Proven experience in developing and implementing security architecture and design.
  • Strong understanding of control frameworks such as NIST and Essential Eight, and their effective implementation in complex organisations.
  • Comprehensive understanding of ICT and information security architecture trends.
  • Experience overseeing the design of security solutions for complex transformation programs.
  • Strong understanding of the information security, risk management, governance, business continuity management and business resiliency issues and threats impacting a complex organisation
    .
  • Effective communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences including executive leadership
  • Creativity and innovation to champion adoption of emerging security technologies and bring fresh ideas and approaches to problem-solving and managing risk.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities to navigate complex challenges and adapt to evolving situations.
  • Proficiency in working independently, taking initiative, and making decisions.

Essential requirements

  • Relevant tertiary qualification and professional security certifications/accreditations, including specialist qualifications as an IT security architect.

For more information read the full Role Description: Principal Security Architect

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state's environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state's natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume no more than 4 pages and a single page cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Tuesday, 30 Sept at 11:55PM

Should you require further information about the role please contact Sheo Satyam, A/Chief Architect via

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

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