Are you a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a passion for safeguarding national digital infrastructure? Join a leading government agency in a critical role that offers the opportunity to influence Australia’s cyber defense landscape by providing expert advice, supporting accreditation processes, and researching emerging threats. If you thrive in challenging environments and possess a drive to innovate in cyber security, this is your chance to contribute to national security efforts.

Required Skills:

• Extensive experience in developing, reviewing, or contributing to organisational and project-level Information Security strategies.
• Proven capability in conducting and leading cybersecurity research activities with minimal supervision.
• Deep understanding of applied research principles in information security, coupled with practical hands-on experience.
• Skilled in analysing and identifying cyber threats, with a strong ability to produce comprehensive reports and actionable recommendations.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity standards such as Essential 8 and familiarity with IRAP assessments.
• Ability to assess security practices and procedures for compliance with applicable policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Excellent analytical skills and innovative mindset to identify vulnerabilities and anticipate intrusion techniques.
• Strong communication skills to articulate complex cybersecurity issues clearly.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Certified Infosec Registered Assessor Program (IRAP) accreditation.
• Experience working with government or defense agencies.
• Knowledge of offensive cyber operations and foreign signals intelligence.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and protocols related to government and defense sectors.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant senior-level cybersecurity experience.
• Demonstrated experience supporting government or defense projects within security-sensitive environments.

Other Requirements:

• Must hold a Positive Vetting security clearance.
• Willingness to work onsite at the designated location, subject to operational requirements.
• Initial 12-month contract, renewable up to two additional years.
• Maximum working hours: 40 per week.

Take the next step in your cybersecurity career—apply now by providing your detailed responses to each criterion, your resume, and your proposed start date. Join a mission-critical team dedicated to safeguarding our nation's digital future and pushing the boundaries of cyber innovation.

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Irina Alrogi on +61 (0)2 6151 9203 or email: ialrogi@paxus.com.au and quote the above job reference number.

Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.