Digital Identity Consultant

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it's all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what's possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we're driving progress in some of the world's most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

OUR BENEFITS
In addition to interesting, engaging opportunities that impact at scale, and ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, Thales Cyber can offer you:

• Competitive remuneration structure

• Hybrid and flexible working options under the Thales Flex program

• Paid parental leave and family support through Parents at Work

• A day off on your birthday each year

• Novated lease options

• Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities

• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner
   

ABOUT THALES
Thales delivers cybersecurity products and services that keep people and assets safe, giving organisations confidence in the security of their digital journeys. Our solutions are deployed in 148 countries, helping governments to maintain sovereignty, and organisations to preserve their strategic autonomy.

Thales is a global leader in cybersecurity - no.1 in data security - with 6,000+ experts and developers. We bring trust and resilience to key industries including finance, health, retail and manufacturing, as well as vital sectors such as aerospace, critical infrastructure, defence and space.

YOUR ROLE

The Digital Identity Consultant is responsible for striving to improve our client's security posture through delivering critical Digital Identity solutions and outcomes. Digital Identity Consultants will lead small projects or be part of large engagements end to end delivery engagements, supporting our senior digital identity specialists and empowering our Digital Identity Analysts to perform to their maximum potential.

• Perform various Digital Identity services including but not limited to:
  - Digital Identity Architecture and Design for Customer IAM and Workforce IAM
  - Cloud Digital Identity, including AWS, Azure, Google, Ping Identity, SailPoint, Okta, and CyberArk

• Develop, use and improve the company's methodologies to provide effective Digital Identity advice and series

• Ability to apply best practice frameworks including ISO27001, ISO27002 and NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800-63k, Information Security Manual (ISM)

• Develop and deliver training and/or speaking material for pubic and/or private events

• Apply best practice technology frameworks for Identity tooling including Ping, SailPoint, Okta, CyberArk, and AWS, Azure and GCP including CIS benchmarks

• Maintain knowledge of industry insights and proactively research/ emerging security risks, controls, applicable regulations and trends
   

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• A Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred but not essential

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in digital identity or cyber security

• Experience with either Ping Identity, SailPoint, Okta, CyberArk and Cloud Digital Identity technologies

• Ability to apply best practice frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, ASD Essential Eight

• Ability to apply best practice technology frameworks such as CIS benchmarks for AWS, GCP, and Azure

• Ability to articulate business outcomes including the implications and accurately calculate risks of findings in relation to the business goals of our clients

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to clearly explain concepts

• Open-minded and forward-thinking in terms of vision for the business and team culture

GOOD TO KNOW
Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks.
 

A Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
 

Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role.
 

The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
 

The U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
 

We are recognised as a Family Friendly Workplace.
We are proud be to endorsed as a Work180 Employer, read more about our WORK180 endorsement.
 

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We'll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and depending on the role type, medical checks as well.

It's easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don't see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We're committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We're proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there's always more we can do. We'll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

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