Lead Cyber Advisor

Location: ACT

Job type: Contract

Contract Term: 12 months initial contract with 2 extensions of 12 months

Sector: Federal Government

We Pay Weekly

We are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security Risk Analyst to join a fast-paced, high-performing ICT cyber security team.

In this role, you will play a critical part in strengthening security across complex ICT environments by conducting detailed risk assessments, contributing to security documentation, and providing expert guidance aligned with Australian Government frameworks.

• Conduct comprehensive security risk assessments across ICT systems and applications
• Develop and contribute to security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs) and SSP Annexes (SSP-A)
• Provide expert advice on system and application design in line with PSPF, ISM, and Essential Eight frameworks
• Present risk assessments, findings, and recommendations to senior stakeholders and executive audiences
• Identify and recommend improvements to strengthen overall security posture
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement compliant and effective security solutions
• Engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders on cyber security risks and mitigation strategies

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Government cyber security teams conducting risk assessments
• Proven experience assessing Azure Cloud, legacy ICT, AI technologies, and complex systems
• Strong knowledge of Australian Government frameworks including PSPF, ISM, and Essential Eight
• Solid understanding of networking infrastructure
• Experience engaging with diverse stakeholders and translating technical risks into clear business outcomes
• Confidence presenting technical information to senior and executive audiences

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capability
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
• Excellent time management and ability to handle large workloads
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts
• Collaborative approach with excellent stakeholder management skills

• Opportunity to work on complex and high-impact cyber security initiatives
• Collaborative, high-performing team environment
• Exposure to enterprise-scale systems and emerging technologies
• Competitive contract opportunity

ManpowerGroup is committed to being a Diversity Confident Recruiter and encourages applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds, including people with a disability. Please indicate your preferred method of communication in your resume and please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments should you be contacted for an interview.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.