Security Governance Analyst

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Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Create and maintain IT security policies, procedures, and documentation
• Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity for up to 2 years
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + superannuation + leave loading
  

Our Cyber Security and Risk team is currently seeking to appoint a Security Governance Analyst in this newly created role. You’ll be responsible for shaping and managing IT security policies and systems, leading cyber security awareness initiatives, providing expert advice on security measures, and ensuring alignment with key standards and privacy regulations.

About the Role

• Create and maintain IT security policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Support and improve the organisation’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) using standards like ISO 27001, NIST, Essential 8, and NSW Cyber Security Policy.
• Run training and awareness programs to boost staff knowledge of cyber security.
• Advise on security controls and help ensure compliance with privacy and security requirements.
• Assist with audits by gathering evidence, identifying risks, and recommending improvements.
• Communicate security concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  

About You

Our ideal candidate will have experience with:

• Security Policy Development: Ability to create and maintain IT security policies and procedures.
• Security Frameworks Knowledge: Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST, Essential 8, and NSW Cyber Security Policy.
• Training & Awareness: Experience in running cyber security education programs for staff.
• Risk & Compliance: Understanding of privacy principles, risk management, and legal compliance in IT.
• Audit Participation: Skills in supporting security audits, identifying risks, and recommending improvements.
• Communication: Strong ability to explain security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaboration: Capable of building relationships across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Able to stay updated with changes in legislation, standards, and best practices in cyber security.
  
• Tertiary qualifications in computer science, information and technology or related technical field and/or relevant experience.
  

For more information read the full Role Description:Security Governance Analyst

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water(DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Tuesday 12 th August at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Shad Thakkar via shad.thakkar@dcceew.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• How we encourage and supportpeople with disability
• Information andadjustments for individual needsfor the recruitment process and the workplace.
  

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailingdcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.auor contacting Jessica Smith viajessica.smith@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or 0438 323 466(please mention reference number 544185).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use ourAboriginal applicants guideto assist with applying for roles or contact ourAboriginal Career pathwaysteam for a yarn

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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