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Lead Cyber Advisor (IRAP Assessor)

Canberra, Australian Capital TerritoryFull-time2026-10-12 → 2026-10-22
HybridNo visa sponsorshipCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Lead cyber security assessments for complex ICT systems, identify and evaluate risks, and provide advice to support risk-based decisions throughout the system lifecycle.

Role type

Senior IC cyber security assessor

Builds

Security assessment reports, briefings, decision records, and improved security policies/tools

Domain

Government / Cyber security / ICT systems

Required skills

Cyber security risk assessment, threat modelling, business impact analysis, control reviews, system architecture analysis, vulnerability identification, residual risk assessment, mitigation strategy development, security policy development, stakeholder engagement, mentorship

Preferred skills

IRAP Assessor endorsement, cloud security certifications

Technologies

ICT systems, security controls, assessment tools

Responsibilities

Lead cyber security assessments for complex systems and projects; Conduct risk assessments, threat modelling, business impact analysis and control reviews; Analyse system architectures, configurations and evidence to identify vulnerabilities and security gaps; Assess residual risk and recommend mitigation strategies; Prepare security assessment reports, briefings and decision records; Advise stakeholders and mentor cyber security practitioners; Help improve security policies, assessment methods, tools and reporting standards