Cyber Security Consultant

Role:Lead Cyber Risk Specialist – (EL1 Level)

Location of work: Canberra

Length of contract:12 months

Contract extensions: 24 months extension (two extensions of twelve months each)

Security clearance:Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance

Key duties and responsibilities

• Research, develop and implement cyber technical solutions in a fluid environment.

• Assist in the development and maintenance of NCIS Cyber technical capabilities, including utilising legal, financial, asset, project, and risk management frameworks.

• Identify, test and assess applicable security controls in line with the Australian Government Information Security Manual and agency policies and guidelines.

• Analyse and document security risk and recommend treatments and modifications to security practices and procedures using expertise and technical knowledge.

• Educate and inform NCIS staff to promote understanding and ensure adherence to security policy and processes.

• Develop and maintain technical partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Contribute to the maintenance of computer networks and equipment and maintain process and continuity records as required.

• Work as part of a highly motivated small specialist technical team within the broader Specialist capabilities, managing resources and providing specialist outputs for the NCIS program.