Role: Enterprise Security Architect
Daily Rate: $1455 p/d
Contract Length: Initial contract until June 2026 with a view to extending
Location: Sydney CBD/WFH Flexiblity

A high-impact government program is seeking an experienced Enterprise Security Architect to lead the development and implementation of a robust enterprise security architecture. This role is key in a critical Cyber Uplift Programme, focused on delivering safe, secure, and tamper-proof systems and services.

You'll work with senior stakeholders and technical teams to shape and refine enterprise-level security strategy and architecture, ensuring alignment with evolving global threats and modern frameworks

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of an Enterprise Security Reference Architecture, aligned with strategic cybersecurity goals and emerging threat landscapes.
• Drive the implementation of security blueprints and roadmaps across cybersecurity capabilities.
• Oversee and continuously improve the cyber capability architecture.
• Champion the integration of key controls into technical designs and architecture governance forums.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to embed cybersecurity into digital transformation efforts.
• Develop and maintain compliance measurement and reporting mechanisms.
• Provide expert advice to senior leadership on risk posture, capability gaps, and emerging threats.

Technical Requirements

• Proven experience delivering enterprise-wide security architecture in complex, high-risk environments.
• Deep knowledge of security control frameworks, including NIST, SABSA, ISO 27001/27003, IEC 62443, and ASD ISM.
• Strong capability in threat landscape analysis and defining strategic responses.
• Demonstrated expertise in the design and implementation of cybersecurity architectures aligned with industry and government policies.
• Ability to translate technical cyber risks into business context and actionable strategies.
• Experience in architecting secure, scalable systems and controls within cloud and hybrid environments.
• Advanced knowledge of security compliance, audit, and policy integration.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant IT or cybersecurity discipline.
• A background in Infrastructure or Networking would be advantageous.
• Experience in designing the blueprint and roadmap.
• Ideally someone well-versed in cybersecurity regulations, best practices, and standards such as Government Defence frameworks, Cyber NSW, and the Essential 8.
• Industry certifications such as SABSA, CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent.
• Experience working in or with public sector agencies or regulated industries.

To apply online, please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Tito Tealdo at [email protected] or 0434418729