Lead Cyber Advisor

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Hatchit Studios Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Lead Cyber Advisor


Location:
Canberra ACT or Sydney NSW (Hybrid – mix of onsite & remote)


Contract Duration:
12 months + 2 × 6-month extensions


Industry:
Federal Government ICT Projects


Security Requirement:
Must be an Australian Citizen with ability to obtain
Baseline Security Clearance

About the Opportunity

Hatchit Studios is seeking an experienced
Lead Cyber Advisor
to support a
federal government initiative
in strengthening security and compliance for a large-scale ICT platform. This role is pivotal in preparing for an upcoming
IRAP assessment
, ensuring alignment with the
Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM)
, and enhancing the platform's overall security posture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide expert
    cyber security advice
    and guidance to project teams.
  • Interpret current security controls against updated
    ISM
    and
    SSPA
    requirements (quarterly updates from ASD).
  • Update and maintain key security documentation, including:
  • Security Risk Management Plan (SRMP)
  • System Security Plan (SSP) & Annex (SSPA)
  • Continuous Monitoring Plan
  • Change Management Plan
  • Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Plan
  • Incident Response Plan
  • Support security enhancements and recommend measures to mitigate risks.
  • Consolidate expertise from multiple sources (including third-party experts) to provide coherent and actionable advice.

Skills & Experience Required

  • Membership in
    Category A or B of the ACSC IRAP Assessor Membership program
    , OR 5+ years technical ICT experience with 2+ years in information security under ISM.
  • Proficiency in implementing the
    ACSC Essential 8
    strategies.
  • Strong ability to identify, analyse, and resolve
    infrastructure and application security vulnerabilities
    .
  • Expertise in security operations management, including SOP monitoring and incident response.
  • Experience developing and updating
    policies, standards, and governance frameworks
    .
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Why Join Us?

  • Contribute to
    high-impact national digital transformation initiatives
    .
  • Competitive market rates with flexible hybrid work arrangements.
  • Opportunity to play a pivotal role in securing critical government platforms.

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