"Cyber Security Advisory Lead"

Job Description:

• Employment Type: P/T 24 hours a week, 2 years fixed term role – Cyber Security Advisory Lead
• Excellent salary package including superannuation
• Location: Role is Hybrid requiring time between Canberra (and Sydney)

About UNSW:

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organization with a diverse and talented community, a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

Reporting to the Deputy CISO, the role supports the operational delivery of the Information Security Management System (ISMS) through the assessment of information security risk associated with ICT services and IT initiatives, and the provision of cyber security subject matter expertise, risk assessment and advisory services to University stakeholders.

Specific accountabilities for this role include:

• Manage and lead the Cyber Security Advisory team in the delivery of risk advisory and risk assessment services to University stakeholders.
• Lead and guide University stakeholders in the practical application of security and risk management concepts, principles and strategies, and relevant industry standards.
• Identify and assess security risks, recommend and document risk treatment actions, in respect of IT services, solution designs and technology architectures.
• Provide expert advice on cyber security compliance by developing, documenting, and communicating adherence to architecture, blueprints, components, standards, and strategies.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the Cyber Security Strategy, policies and standards in conjunction with the Cyber Security Leadership team.
• Promote awareness of the University’s internal and external environment for emerging cyber security threats.
• Build effective working relationship with internal and external stakeholders to develop innovative solutions that meet business needs.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, championing professional standards, innovation and methods.
• Any other activities as directed by the Deputy CISO

Skills and Experience:

• Extensive experience in the delivery of cyber security risk assessment and advisory services within major organisations.
• Excellent understanding of industry-wide security standards and compliance frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, HIPAA, COBIT 5, GDPR, Mitre ATT&CK etc.
• Excellent understanding of contemporary security technologies, products and services, including native cloud security controls in AWS and Azure.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience in building high performing teams and in the development of staff.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills including ability to develop effective relationships and influence key stakeholders at all levels in the organisation.
• Proven ability to exercise independent judgement and problem solving with the ability to resolve and address issues as they arise.
• Relevant industry certification(s) such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor and/or relevant industry experience (highly desirable)
• Ability and capacity to direct and monitor the implementation and effectiveness of the safety management system.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

To submit an application please apply online and submit your CV, Cover Letter and responses to the Skills and Experience outlined above and in the position description.

More Information: visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/

Contact: Jen MacLachlan, email: j.maclachlan@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: Tuesday 2nd of September at 11.30pm

Benefits and Culture

• Flexible hybrid working
• An additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices
• Discounts and entitlements

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.