Azure Cyber Security Architect

7 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Hays Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Your new company

Our client is a large federal government department, seeking to engage an Azure Cyber Security Architect to join their specialist cybersecurity team, dedicated to enhancing security architecture and reducing cyber risk across critical agency environments. This team plays a key role in aligning ICT solutions with ACSC, ASD directives, ISM, PSPF, and Essential Eight requirements, ensuring compliance with evolving cybersecurity best practices. This is an initial up to 12 month contract engagement with the potential for up to 2 x 12 month extension options.

Your new role

As a Security Architect, you will be responsible for designing, reviewing, testing, and assuring technical environments and solution designs in accordance with industry-leading security frameworks. You will provide technical and non-technical guidance on security architecture best practices, assess application and system integration designs, and lead the implementation of Essential Eight controls to uplift cybersecurity maturity. In addition, you will work closely with stakeholders to raise awareness of security risks, assess vulnerabilities, and develop strategic security solutions that align with government compliance requirements.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will need:
  • An NV1 Security Clearance and Canberra-based availability.
  • Proven Federal Government experience in minimising cybersecurity vulnerabilities and implementing secure-by-design practices to uplift security capabilities.
  • Extensive experience in Azure cloud infrastructure and services, particularly in technical cybersecurity architecture.
  • Demonstrated expertise in cybersecurity architecture reviews, providing technical guidance on PSPF, ISM, and Essential Eight controls.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate technical requirements effectively to diverse teams.

What you'll get in return

  • Potential for multiple extensions, offering long-term opportunities within a high-impact federal cybersecurity program.
  • The chance to work in a specialist cybersecurity team and large-scale ICT projects focused on government security uplift.
  • Competitive daily contract rate with flexibility for an experienced Security Architect to contribute to critical security initiatives.
  • A dynamic working environment where you will engage with cybersecurity experts, government leaders, and technical specialists.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or reach out via email to If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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