Cyber Security Lead

7 days ago

North Geelong, Australia City of Greater Geelong Full time

About the role
In this role, you will help shape the delivery of the City of Greater Geelong’s cyber security program, maximising protection of sensitive information and mitigating cyber threats. This position plays a critical role in the identification, evaluation, and treatment of cyber security risk, providing value through alignment of enterprise objectives and security outcomes.

Work type: Permanent, full-time
Classification: $144,000 pa plus superannuation

Key responsibilities include:

  • Implementing, operating, and maintaining a diverse range of key cyber security controls and platforms, ensuring minimum security baselines are adhered to and performance targets are met.
  • Identifying, evaluating, and mitigating cyber security risk across the City, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and enterprise security reference architecture.
  • Leading and coordinating technical response activities, ensuring timely and effective resolution of security event and incidents.
  • Auditing and monitoring the implementation, effectiveness, and performance of key cyber security controls ensuring alignment to appropriate security frameworks and industry standards.
  • Providing leadership guidance and expertise to IT security and operations teams on cyber security best practices.
  • Mentoring and guiding team members in building professional competence and collective knowledge to help support future strategic goals.

About you
To be successful in this role you will have demonstrated substantive experience within cyber security and relevant experience in a senior cyber security role.

Essential Experience:

  • A tertiary qualification in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related discipline, and or significant professional experience in a comparable organisation.
  • Proven experience in a lead cyber security role with a focus on security operations, vulnerability management, and incident response.
  • Proven knowledge of security frameworks and regulations such as ISO 27001, VPDSS, Essential Eight, NIST CSF, and Privacy Act.
  • Skilled in facilitating risk management workshops across a broad range of stakeholders, often with competing needs.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey and present technical information to non-technical audiences.

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now 

Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

Create our future together at the City of Greater Geelong
Join the City of Greater Geelong, a community-focused workplace on Wadawurrung Country. We deliver over 130 services to our growing population, striving to make our city a great place to live, work, and study. Our central location for Central Geelong-based employees is the Civic Precinct, Wurriki Nyal, a modern, sustainable, and inclusive workplace, along with our outreach locations.

If you're passionate about inclusivity and community, apply now – we’d love to meet you

A career with us
We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

We offer:

  • salary sacrificing and novated lease options
  • cultural and ceremonial leave
  • study leave
  • paid parental leave (16 weeks primary and six weeks secondary) and superannuation payments on all 52 weeks primary parental leave
  • IVF, surrogate and miscarriage bereavement leave
  • training and career development opportunities
  • a healthy and safe environment
  • our employee wellbeing program
  • corporate membership rates at Swim Sport and Leisure facilities
  • unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning 

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries: Nick Veljanoski | IT Security Risk and Compliance Manager | Nick.Veljanoski@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

We collect demographic data to help us learn who our advertisements are reaching and how we can reach an even more diverse audience.  We are committed to building a more diverse team. Your responses to our demographic questions are strictly confidential and will not be individually shared.

  • Cyber Security Lead

    2 weeks ago

    North Sydney Council, Australia Nine Full time

    Nine is Australia's largest locally owned media company – the home of Australia's most trusted and loved brands spanning News, Sport, Lifestyle, and Entertainment.We pride ourselves on creating the best content, accessed by consumers when and how they want – across Publishing, Broadcasting and Digital.Nine's assets include the 9 Network, major mastheads...

  • Cyber Security

    4 weeks ago

    North Sydney, Australia Nine Full time

    Company Description Nine. Australia’s Media Company. Underpinned by our people, our strategic focus is on content, connections and growth. Driven by our purpose - Australia belongs here - and guided by our values - walk the talk, turn over every stone, keep it human - we are the home of Australia’s most loved content and trusted brands across News,...

  • Cyber Security

    2 weeks ago

    North Sydney Council, Australia Nine Full time

    Company DescriptionNine. Australia's Media Company.Underpinned by our people, our strategic focus is on content, connections and growth.Driven by our purpose - Australia belongs here - and guided by our values - walk the talk, turn over every stone, keep it human - we are the home of Australia's most loved content and trusted brands across News, Sport, and...

  • Junior Cyber Security Operations Analyst

    6 days ago

    North Geelong, Australia Experis Full time

    Join this Federal Agency as a Junior Cyber Security Operations Analyst, contributing under the guidance of the Assistant Director of Cyber Security Operations. This role demands technical prowess in cloud security (Azure/AWS), endpoint and network security, threat intelligence, data loss prevention, vulnerability management, and incident response. Your role...

  • Junior Cyber Security Operations Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Geelong, Australia Infinite Talent Group Pty Ltd Full time

    **Length of contract: 12 Months** **Contract extensions: Subject for approval** **Security clearance: Must be able to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1** **Working arrangements** Subject to negotiations with line manager, hybrid working arrangements in line with current client policy are available (minimum of 3 days each week in the office, with flexible...

  • El1 Assistant Director Cyber Security Operations

    2 weeks ago

    Geelong, Australia Modis Full time

    **6 months contract**: - **Flexible working arrangement**: - **Open to ACT | VIC**: - **Must have a Baseline Clearance** Our Federal Government client is looking for an** Assistant Director Cyber Security Operations** to join their dynamic fast-paced team. **About the role** The Assistant Director of Cyber Operations will undertake technical cyber...

  • Junior Cyber Security Operations Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Geelong, Victoria, Australia Infinite Talent Group Pty Ltd Full time

    Length of contract: 12 MonthsContract extensions: Subject for approvalSecurity clearance: Must be able to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1Working arrangementsSubject to negotiations with line manager, hybrid working arrangements in line with current client policy are available (minimum of 3 days each week in the office, with flexible arrangements in place for...

  • Aps6 Cyber Security Compliance Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Geelong, Australia HAYS Full time

    Cyber Security Compliance Specialist / Risk / Governance / Federal Gov Role / Contract Opportunity / Geelong **Your new company** Hays Technology in Geelong are currently partnered with a Federal Government organization located in Geelong CBD, Victoria. We are seeking to appoint **Cyber Security Compliance Specialist on 12 months contract role with a view...

  • Cyber Security Operations Manager

    1 week ago

    North Sydney, Australia Nine Full time

    Job DescriptionThe Security Operations Manager is part of the Group Security team, reporting to the Group Director Security to support their cyber defence by providing initial incident response activities and oversight of the SOC team. Responsibilities:Manage a team of engineers responsible for implementation and tuning of security operations tools. Lead...

  • Cyber Security Analyst

    4 weeks ago

    North Sydney, Australia Nine Full time

    Company DescriptionNine. Australia’s Media Company. Underpinned by our people, our strategic focus is on content, connections and growth. Driven by our purpose - Australia belongs here - and guided by our values - walk the talk, turn over every stone, keep it human - we are the home of Australia’s most loved content and trusted brands across News,...

  • El1 Assistant Director Cyber Security Operations

    2 weeks ago

    Geelong, Victoria, Australia Modis Full time

    6 months contract:- Flexible working arrangement:- Open to ACT | VIC:Must have a Baseline ClearanceOur Federal Government client is looking for an Assistant Director Cyber Security Operations to join their dynamic fast-paced team.About the roleThe Assistant Director of Cyber Operations will undertake technical cyber security activities under the leadership...

  • Cyber Security Operations Manager

    1 week ago

    North Sydney, Australia Nine Entertainment Full time

    Job Description The Security Operations Manager is part of the Group Security team, reporting to the Group Director Security to support their cyber defence by providing initial incident response activities and oversight of the SOC team.  Responsibilities: Manage a team of engineers responsible for implementation and tuning of security operations...

  • Aps5 Junior Cyber Security Operations Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Geelong, Australia Talent International Full time

    australia greater geelong contract negotiable**The opportunity** Our highly valued client is a federal government agency, who are seeking an APS5 Junior Senior Cyber Security Operations Analyst to join the Protective and Cyber Security Branch. - Geelong location with minimum 3 days in the office - Daily rate range negotiable - 12 month initial contract plus...

  • Cyber Security Operations Manager

    2 weeks ago

    North Sydney, Australia Nine Full time

    Job DescriptionThe Security Operations Manager is part of the Group Security team, reporting to the Group Director Security to support their cyber defence by providing initial incident response activities and oversight of the SOC team. Responsibilities:Manage a team of engineers responsible for implementation and tuning of security operations tools. Lead...

  • Cyber Security Cloud Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    North Sydney, Australia Nine Entertainment Full time

    Job Description The Cyber Security team provides governance, audit, control, and operational Cyber Security capabilities to support business and operational objectives of Nine group. Minimising friction and managing appropriate risk are key tenets of the team. The Security team works closely with the Security Cloud Practice, Product Engineering, Network...

  • Cyber Security Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Box Hill North, Victoria, Australia Box Hill Institute Full time

    Based at our Box Hill Campus Fulltime, fixed term position available until December 202 PACCT 7 $86,530 plus compulsory superannuation contributionAbout the role:An exciting opportunity to utilise and develop your experience in Cyber Security in this newly created position. This role will work closely with the Cyber Security Manager to contribute to various...

  • Cyber Security Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    North Sydney Council, Australia Nine Full time

    Company DescriptionNine. Australia's Media Company.Underpinned by our people, our strategic focus is on content, connections and growth.Driven by our purpose - Australia belongs here - and guided by our values - walk the talk, turn over every stone, keep it human - we are the home of Australia's most loved content and trusted brands across News, Sport, and...

  • Cyber Security Infrastructure Engineer

    2 months ago

    North Sydney, Australia Nine Full time

    Job DescriptionThe Nine Cyber Security team is looking for a strong network focused cyber security engineer. This role plays a crucial role in safeguarding Nine’s critical systems and data by overseeing key controls that protect Nine’s data and content.The Cyber Security Infrastructure Engineer will be delivering new capabilities such as network...

  • Cyber Security Network Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    North Sydney, Australia Nine Entertainment Full time

    Job Description The Nine Cyber Security team is looking for a strong network focused cyber security engineer. This role plays a crucial role in safeguarding Nine’s critical systems and data by overseeing key controls that protect Nine’s data and content. The Cyber Security Infrastructure Engineer will be delivering new capabilities such as network...

  • Cyber Security Cloud Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    North Sydney Council, Australia Nine Entertainment Full time

    Job Description The Cyber Security team provides governance, audit, control, and operational Cyber Security capabilities to support business and operational objectives of Nine group. Minimising friction and managing appropriate risk are key tenets of the team. The Security team works closely with the Security Cloud Practice, Product Engineering, Network and...