Role: Enterprise Security Architect
Daily Rate: $1350 + Super
Contract Length: Initial contract until 31/10/25 (chance of extension)
Location: Sydney CBD/WFH Flex

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 plays a key part 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 cyber security 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.

• Industry certifications such as SABSA, CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent.

• Experience working in or with public sector agencies or regulated industries.

• Familiarity with the NSW Cyber Security Policy or similar government cyber frameworks.