Lead Cyber Security Architect

CYOS Solutions

. Translate business and ICT requirements into conceptual, logical and end-to-end solution architectures .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeCanberra • AustraliaSenior💰 A$140 - A$160 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and maintaining solution architecture aligned with enterprise standards, while providing technical guidance and mentoring to teams. Proficient in assessing security frameworks and delivering risk-based recommendations within the cyber security domain.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active Baseline Security ClearanceKnowledge Of Cyber/Security Domain FrameworksExperience Designing Secure SystemsAbility To Analyse Complex Business IssuesStrong Communication And Negotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Solution Architecture DevelopmentEnd-To-End Solution DesignIdentity And Access ManagementEncryptionKey ManagementNetwork ControlsCyber Security Risk AssessmentTechnical Environment AssuranceArchitecture PrinciplesSecurity Standards Establishment

Soft Skills

Strong Written Communication SkillsProfessional Presentation SkillsAbility To Collaborate Across TeamsNegotiation SkillsKnowledge Sharing

Tools & Technologies

AzureAWSOn-Premises EnvironmentsArchitecture ArtefactsTechnology Strategies

Industry Keywords

Australian Government Cyber SecurityProtective SecurityResilience FrameworksArchitecture GovernanceBusiness Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Translate business and ICT requirements into conceptual, logical and end-to-end solution architectures
Develop and maintain solution architecture artefacts aligned with ART roadmaps, enterprise architecture standards and technology strategies
Assess industry standards, emerging technologies and capability gaps
Recommend solution options informing technology and cyber security strategy
Lead solution analysis and develop architecture options, artefacts and recommendations for executive decision-making
Provide technical advice and coordinate architecture activities
Identify, communicate and resolve complex issues, risks and architectural exceptions
Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Communicate with diverse audiences and negotiate practical outcomes
Evaluate interdependencies and develop long-term plans and quality solutions
Promote innovation, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
Provide guidance and mentoring to the team and key APS personnel
Design, review, test and assure technical environments, solution designs and implementations
Establish security standards and governance and lead security design across the solution lifecycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have an active Baseline security clearance
Knowledge of cyber/security domain frameworks, legislation, policies and procedures
Understanding of relevant business systems and tools
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Professional presentation skills
Practical knowledge of securing Azure, AWS and on-premises environments
Knowledge of identity and access management, encryption, key management and network controls
Ability to identify security and architectural gaps and recommend clear, risk-based solutions
Ability to analyse complex business issues within the cyber security domain
Ability to deliver pragmatic, risk-based recommendations and influence stakeholders
Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and transfer knowledge to APS personnel
Knowledge of architecture principles and end-to-end solution design
Experience applying Australian Government cyber security, protective security, resilience and architecture governance frameworks
Experience designing secure systems supporting critical government services
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated experience presenting architectural advice and recommendations to senior governance bodies and executive forums
Updated CV of maximum 3–5 pages
Responses to essential and desirable criteria of no more than 5000 characters each

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work-from-home arrangement considered after the first 2 weeks, usually with a minimum of 2 days per week onsite
Contract extensions up to a maximum of 24 months