Premier's Department

Senior Analyst, Cyber Governance, Risk and Compliance

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Seeking an expert in cyber risk assessment, compliance and policy development
• Unique chance to shape cyber security strategy in a high-impact government role
• Ongoing Clerk Grade 9/10 role, based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD

About the Role

As the Senior Analyst, Cyber Governance, Risk, and Compliance Officer, you will be pivotal in enhancing the cyber security posture of the Premier's Department and The Cabinet Office. In this role, you'll lead initiatives that strengthen cyber security governance, ensuring the organisation stays resilient, compliant, and ready for emerging threats.

Your work will span across technology, risk, and policy, influencing how cyber security risks are assessed and managed. You'll foster a strong security culture, guide decision-making, and ensure that key stakeholders are well-informed on risks and compliance matters. By driving the implementation of governance frameworks, conducting cyber risk assessments, and ensuring regulatory compliance, you will help protect critical government systems and information.

This is your opportunity to make an impact by embedding best practices, championing security awareness, and supporting the Department's strategic objectives. You'll work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to build a secure, compliant digital environment within government.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For

• Cyber Risk Assessment Expertise: Proven experience in conducting cyber risk assessments for new and existing services
• Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding of cyber security standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., Cyber Security NSW, ISO, NIST)
• Policy Development & Implementation: Ability to develop, implement, and continuously improve information security policies, processes, and standards
• Stakeholder Engagement: Experience in working across teams and liaising with senior stakeholders to assess, mitigate, and communicate cyber risks
• Audit & Reporting: Strong skills in performing audits and preparing detailed reports on governance, risk exposure, and compliance for senior management
• Cyber Security Awareness: Ability to drive awareness programs and communicate complex cyber risks in an accessible manner.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)

A cover letter addressing how you meet the essential requirements and focus capabilities of the role, and the below target question (maximum 2 pages).

1. Please describe a time where you have analyzed a new technology product, service or application from a cyber security perspective and outline how you developed recommendations to the requesting customer and inclusions into the supporting contract.

Closing date: Wednesday, 16 April 2025 (9:59 AM)

Salary: Classification Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($125,693- $ 138,510) plus superannuation (11.5%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Cheryl Harris, Associate Director, Cyber Governance, Risk & Compliance, on (02) 9228 4387 or email [email protected].

About the Premier's Department

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government

The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department.

Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at [email protected], or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.