APS6 Senior Cyber Security Assurance Officer
Department :
Security (Information & Communication Technology)
Sector :
Government - Federal (Government & Defence)
Employment Type : Full time
Salary :
96,325 to $106,884 per annum + 15.4% Super
Comcare has an ongoing vacancy for an APS 6 Senior Cyber Security Assurance Officer in the Technology and Information Management Team, in Canberra, Melbourne, Launceston, or Sydney.
A merit pool will be created and may be used to fill similar ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies.
Team and Role Overview
Comcare's Technology and Information Management Team facilitates the development and implementation of organisational Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) equipment, services, and related policies to support the delivery of business outcomes.
The Senior Cyber Security Assurance Officer will work to deliver ICT outcomes specifically within the fields of Cyber Security Operations while supporting the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) functions.
The Senior Cyber Security Assurance Officer will be responsible for proactive monitoring, detecting, analysing, and responding to security incidents and vulnerabilities and provide assurance to Comcare that its information assets are appropriately protected.
The Senior Cyber Security Assurance Officer will deliver effective and highly competent support for the establishment, management, review and administration of Comcare's ICT by advising stakeholders on cyber security matters and identification of cybersecurity risks.
The Senior Cyber Security Assurance Officer will be responsible for supporting and managing the APS5 within the unit and will be responsible for the supervision of their day-to-day work. Overall direction and effort of the unit will be developed in conjunction with the ICT Cyber Security and Assurance Manager.
Primary Responsibilities :
Conduct security risk assessments of systems, identifying potential cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and their impact on the organisation.
Improve security maturity against Essential 8 and provide gap assessments.
Implement cyber security policies against ISM / PSPF frameworks.
Provide security risk advice and recommendations to strengthen the organisation's ability to prevent, detect, and respond to cyber threats.
Conduct Cyber Security awareness training and assurance reviews.
Support the GRC team and build a productive relationship by supporting implementation of best practices.
Provide advice, guidance and training to Comcare workers on GRC matters.
Monitor, analyse, and respond to cybersecurity alerts from various sources to ensure timely detection, response and mitigation of potential threats.
Respond to security events and incidents based on business priority.
Ensure the integrity and confidentiality of security processes, particularly with respect to sensitive personal information.
Develop and maintain proactive cybersecurity reports to inform and guide management.
Qualifications and Experience
Mandatory :
Strong technical understanding of information security principles, protocols, and technologies.
A broad understanding of firewalls, proxies, and network topology management.
Experience with security tools such as SIEM|XDR, DLP, SSE, CASB, EDR and Vulnerability Management.
Tertiary qualification and / or experience in Cyber Security or relevant appropriate discipline.
Knowledge of the Australian Government Information Security manual and the Protective Security Policy Framework with demonstrated ability to interpret and apply the above frameworks, legislation, policy, and procedures.
Eligibility and Specific Conditions of Employment
Character clearance (Australian Criminal History Check).
Employee Health Declaration.
Six months probationary period for new engagements.
Ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 Security Clearance.
Specific conditions : Some interstate travel may be required, including overnight absences.
Closing date :
Sunday, 1 December 2024 at 11 : 59pm (Australian Eastern Daylight Time)
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