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This Security Architect contract role sits within a cyber security team supporting a state government client. The role is focused on delivering whole-of-government cyber security services including governance, policy and standards, incident coordination, and capability development.

You will analyse security needs across multiple government entities and design optimised, reusable architectures that uplift security maturity across the government ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities Maintain and update cyber security standards, policies, frameworks, and guidelines aligned to state government enterprise architecture.Develop security technology roadmaps and reference architectures to support internal cyber units and shared security services.Contribute to new service offerings that enhance the government's overall cyber security posture.Lead the planning and design of security architectures for new projects and services.Represent the team in Cyber Security Communities of Practice and deliver presentations.Provide expert technical advice to internal teams and broader government stakeholders on cyber-related issues and service adoption.Highly desirable criteria Professional cyber security certifications such as CISSP or CISM.IT and cyber architecture qualifications such as TOGAF or SABSA.Experience or knowledge of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) / Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity.Demonstrated experience designing enterprise-level cyber security architectures in complex environments.Strong ability to produce high-quality architectural documentation, specifications, and assessments.Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and mitigate cyber threats.Ability to clearly communicate complex technical matters to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Skills and experience Extensive senior stakeholder engagement and advisory experience.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to understand and translate complex technical requirements.Collaborative working style, able to support whole-of-government initiatives.Willingness and eligibility to obtain an NV1 National Security Clearance.High-impact project contributing to whole-of-government cyber capability uplift.Opportunity to influence strategic and operational security outcomes at scale.Work as part of a collaborative and skilled cyber team.Brisbane CBD location with a long-term contract through to June 2026.For a confidential chat, please contact Anissa on or via email at and we would be more than happy to provide you with additional information and assist in the application process.

Please note that a National Police Check might be required as part of pre-employment screening.

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