Lead Cyber Security Architect

CYOS Solutions

. Provide security architecture and technical direction to ensure Services Australia solutions, platforms and services are secure by design .

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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in security architecture and technical direction, ensuring secure design and implementation of ICT solutions while aligning with strategic objectives. Proficient in developing security standards, governance, and risk-based recommendations within the cyber security domain.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active Baseline Security ClearanceKnowledge Of Cyber/Security Domain FrameworksPractical Knowledge Of Securing Azure And AWS EnvironmentsExperience Applying Australian Government Cyber Security FrameworksStrong Communication And Negotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Security ArchitectureSolution DesignRisk-Based RecommendationsIdentity And Access ManagementEncryptionKey ManagementNetwork ControlsCyber Security TechnologiesSecurity AutomationEnd-To-End Solution Design

Soft Skills

Strong Written Communication SkillsStrong Verbal Communication SkillsProfessional Presentation SkillsCollaboration Across Multidisciplinary TeamsKnowledge Transfer

Tools & Technologies

AzureAWSOn-Premises EnvironmentsCentralised Monitoring

Industry Keywords

Australian Government Cyber SecurityProtective SecurityResilienceArchitecture GovernanceSecurity Best Practice

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide security architecture and technical direction to ensure Services Australia solutions, platforms and services are secure by design
Design, review, test and assure technical environments, solution designs and implementations against security best practice
Translate business and functional requirements into secure, integrated ICT solutions
Develop fit-for-purpose architectures, security standards and governance
Lead security design across the solution lifecycle
Resolve architectural exceptions and provide practical advice to delivery teams
Support organisational change and align technology outcomes with Services Australia’s strategic direction
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 and recommend solution options
Lead solution analysis, incorporate stakeholder input and develop architecture options, artefacts and recommendations for executive decision-making
Provide technical advice, coordinate architecture activities and resolve complex issues and risks
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 in ambiguous environments
Promote innovation, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
Guide and mentor the team and key APS personnel

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, including integration of cyber security requirements throughout the architecture lifecycle
Experience applying Australian Government cyber security, protective security, resilience and architecture governance frameworks
Experience designing secure systems supporting critical government services
Experience with system and subsystem boundaries, centralised monitoring, cyber security technologies and security automation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated experience presenting architectural advice and recommendations to senior governance bodies and executive forums
Updated CV of 3–5 pages and responses to essential and desirable criteria of no more than 5000 characters each

Benefits

Comp & perks

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