Technical Specialist – Cyber Program

• Location: Brisbane, Queensland
• Type: Contract
• Job #18291

About the role

An opportunity is available for an experienced Cyber Security Specialist to support the delivery of strategic cyber security initiatives within a large, critical infrastructure organisation. This role sits within a Digital Technology and Innovation Project Management Office and focuses on strengthening security, resilience, and operational efficiency across both Corporate IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments.
 

Key responsibilities

• Deliver advanced technical design, configuration, implementation, and troubleshooting of PAM, MFA, and other cyber security solutions
• Develop and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including architecture designs, implementation plans, risk assessments, and reports
• Ensure all cyber security initiatives align with the organisation’s cyber strategy, programme roadmap, and risk and compliance obligations
• Collaborate with programme technical leads and architects to ensure secure integration across enterprise and OT environments
• Engage with internal stakeholders, vendors, and delivery partners to ensure technical alignment and successful outcomes
• Identify, assess, and manage cyber security risks throughout the project lifecycle, implementing appropriate mitigation strategies
• Conduct technical reviews, audits, and assurance activities to ensure security, performance, and compliance standards are met
• Support release, change, cutover, and implementation activities to ensure secure and minimal-impact deployments
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying process enhancements and sharing lessons learned
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, WHS requirements, and relevant cyber security regulations and frameworks

Highly desirable criteria

• Strong hands-on experience implementing and operating Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions (e.g. CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Delinea/Thycotic)
• Demonstrated expertise in Azure and identity security, including Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect), and MFA adoption
• Proven experience delivering cyber security initiatives across both IT and OT environments, including industrial control systems
• In-depth understanding of just-in-time (JIT) and zero-standing privilege models
• Experience working within structured project delivery frameworks such as PRINCE2 or PMBOK

Desirable criteria

• Familiarity with cyber security frameworks and standards relevant to critical infrastructure
• Experience supporting Essential 8 uplift initiatives and maturity assessments
• Exposure to SIEM/SOC operations, security logging, and threat analysis
• Experience working with regulatory bodies, auditors, or external assurance partners

Skills and experience

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience delivering cyber security solutions in complex enterprise environments
• Strong technical capability across identity lifecycle management, Active Directory, Windows Server, and PowerShell automation
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including segmentation, firewall rules, and secure architecture principles
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams, vendors, and senior stakeholders
• Strong documentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on high-impact cyber security initiatives within a critical infrastructure environment
• Long-term contract with a strong programme of work
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• Exposure to complex IT/OT security environments and industry-leading practices
• Collaborative and values-driven workplace culture

Contact details

For a confidential chat, please contact Raisa on 0437 318 208 or via email at raisa@exclaim-it.com.au, and we would be more than happy to provide you with additional information and assist in the application process.