Principal Cyber Security Officer - Information Security Services

The Digital Innovation Division are seeking applications for a fixed term, full-time Principal Cyber Security Officer to join their team.

As the Principal Cyber Security Officer, you will contribute to safeguarding the department from security intrusions, threats, weaknesses and exploits to support the effective delivery of information security services to staff and students.

Coordinate, actively contribute to, and deliver a variety of governance, risk and compliance (GRC) initiatives within the Information Security Services (ISS) team, ensuring all activities are completed within established timeframes and in alignment with organisational standards and priorities.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

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About the Role:

• Leveraging experience with established security frameworks such as ISO 27001 and the ACSC Essential Eight (E8), as well as experience in cyber risk evaluations, to strengthen the department's overall security posture.
• Prepare and deliver technical information in a clear and concise report format tailored for consumption by management and department staff. Provide advice and support to ICT operational teams, regional ICT teams, school representatives, and other departmental staff on information security matters.
• Conduct reviews of current and proposed information systems to ensure compliance with the department's legislative, regulatory, and policy obligations. Assess adherence to the overarching security strategy, including alignment with standards, procedures, and guidelines, and provide actionable recommendations to address identified security issues.
• Contribute to the development, review, and maintenance of information security policies, standards, procedures, and supporting documentation to ensure alignment with best practices and evolving security requirements.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of information security records. Manage and resolve support requests in accordance with agreed procedures and service levels, maintaining a high standard of service delivery.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a brief statement (2 pages maximum) addressing: the requirements as outlined in the "Responsibilities include" section- why you are interested in and capable of performing the role.  This should not be a restatement of your resume, but rather your opportunity to tell us about yourself, highlighting how your experience, skills, knowledge, and personal attributes make you the best person for the job.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.