Cyber Security Officer

Cyber Security Officer

Cyber Security Officer DCS Clerk Grade 7/8 starting from $106,025 - $117,746 + super 1x Ongoing, Full-time opportunity Role can be based in: Sydney, Gosford, Tweed Heads, Bathurst.
Hybrid working options and flexible working arrangements available.
This role sits within the Design & Technology Division in the Cyber Security Governance and Assessment team within Telco Authority.
About the team: We ensure that Telco and the Public Sector Network (PSN) comply with Australian legislation and implement robust frameworks and policies to align with global Cyber Security Architecture standards.






Our Cyber Security Governance and Assessments Team safeguards the PSN environment against threats and vulnerabilities by conducting comprehensive internal cyber security testing and assessments.
The Cyber Security Governance and Assessment team's Culture is key to the success of the Authority's fast-moving environment, where partners and stakeholders operate to a 'one team' charter, based on the Authority's values of Service, Transparency, Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
The role of the Cyber Security Officer will allow you to apply your skills creatively with actionable outcomes, safeguard essential systems, ensuring their resilience against evolving threats and enhance your skills and exposure to a wide variety of technologies and systems.
Your day-to-day: The Cyber Security Officer provides support to the Principal Test Security Manager within the Cyber Security Governance & Assessment team by conducting internal penetration testing, web application penetration testing, and cyber security awareness for NSW Telco Authority programs.
Your role will involve: Providing consultancy on cyber risk for various projects.






Assisting the Principal Security Test Manager with risk assessments and Senior Policy & Compliance Specialist on vendor risk assessments.
Penetration Testing: Perform internal penetration testing activities as directed and scheduled.
Conduct annual web penetration tests for internal web applications.
Provide penetration testing proposals using knowledge of the network to find cyber risks most effectively.
Develop penetration testing scope for internal applications and services.
Review scope submitted by vendors to ensure vendor penetration testing time is spent effectively.
Report on vulnerabilities identified including executive summary, technical summary, description, impact, and recommendations.






Validate and verify implemented controls aligned to standards (Essential 8, Mitre ATT&CK;, ISO27001, OWASP and Information security manual).
Maintain and increase an active culture of security awareness within the organisation: Hack the Box Events (Sherlocks and Internal CTF's).
Lunch & learns, knowledge demonstration sessions.
Phishing campaigns and Cyber Awareness.
Support security investigations including review of security events from Security Operations Centre (SOC), Intrusion Detection Systems, Windows Auditing logs, etc.
Provide verification, advice, and information to support NSW Telco Authority Security Operations team on emerging information security issues.
Assist with developing incident response tabletop exercises to uplift the organisation's response capability.






To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: An open and honest approach, with a passion for cyber security and a desire to share knowledge and uplift your skills.
The ability to think outside of the box when performing testing and adapt to the environment.
A collaborative spirit, enjoying both teamwork and independent work when required.
Relevant certifications in Penetration testing such as OSCP.
A minimum of 1 year's experience in penetration testing.
Power Shell, Python, Go, or other coding experience will be regarded.
Experience using a range of vulnerability scanning tools and performing security tests using structured methodologies.
A willingness to work flexibly in response to cyber incidents.






An ability to work effectively on simultaneous projects within defined timeframes and in an environment of conflicting and changing priorities.
Experience preparing and reviewing security tests, vulnerability assessments, and security scope development along with undertaking research and analysis.
Demonstrable proficiency in security assessment methodologies.
The ability to write reports that effectively communicate to both technical stakeholders and executives.
Stakeholder communication and coordination skills in forums such as working groups, committee meetings, and stakeholder consultations.
An ability to maintain up-to-date knowledge on ICT, cyber security, and cyber risk trends.
Knowledge of various cyber security principles, frameworks,





and standards (OWASP, Mitre ATT&CK;).
Essential Requirement: To be eligible to apply for this role, you must be an Australian citizen and, as a condition of employment, obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance.
What we need from you: To start your journey towards joining us, please click on the link below and attach your resume (max 5 pages) and cover letter (max 2 pages).
In your cover letter, please share your motivation for applying for this position and your relevant skills.
Salary Grade 7/8, with the base salary for this role starting at $106,025 base plus superannuation.
Closing Date: Friday 4 October at 9.59am AEST Careers at Department of Customer Service: A career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS)





gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW.
We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform.
Come join us and influence the future of our great state.
Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace: The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.
You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.






If you feel you may require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion team via or 02 9494 8351.
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