Assistant Director, Cyber Security

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 132411

Location

ACT; NSW; QLD; SA; VIC; WA 

Classification

Executive Level 1 - $110,788.00 and $129,928.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

Flexible work

Flexible arrangements considered 

Contact Officer

Kris Pajda on (02) 5127 7680 or kristine.pajda@homeaffairs.gov.au 

Applications close on 22/05/2024 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill up to 4 immediate vacancies. A merit pool may be established and used to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months. 

About our team

National Cyber Security Coord | National Office Of Cyber Security | Cyber Security Response Coord | Multiple Sections

The National Office of Cyber Security (NOCS) was established in May 2023 and supports the National Cyber Security Coordinator (the Coordinator) driving forward reforms and initiatives to further improve Australia's cyber resilience. This includes coordinating the delivery of the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy.

Within the NOCS, the Cyber Security Response Coordination Unit (CSRCU) coordinates whole-of government (including cross-jurisdictional) action to support Australia's response to, resilience to and recovery from cyber security incidents of national significance or interest, and manage the flow-on consequences. The Coordinator works to manage de-confliction across various agencies involved in consequence management arrangements, and works closely with government partners to ensure alignment across regulatory, policy and incident response frameworks.

The NOCS works on the frontline of cyber policy and incident response to support the Coordinator in:

• Coordinating the whole-of-government responses to major cyber incidents, including managing the responses to major cyber incidents.
• Whole of government cyber incident preparedness efforts.
• The strengthening of Commonwealth cyber security capability.

The NOCS has several expected vacancies at the EL1 level in the Cyber Security Response Coordination Unit (CSRCU). Within the CSRCU, you will work within your team and across the Unit to:

• Manage coordination for cyber incidents impacting specific critical infrastructure sectors, design and deliver cyber consequence management exercises and undertake regular lessons management process in order to support stakeholders to prevent, prepare for and respond to cyber security incidents.
• Support strategic policy development and response efforts in relation to the attribution of cyber incidents, international incident response, and broader national cyber incident arrangements.
• Develop operational policy and effective governance and control frameworks to ensure our actions are transparent, defensible, and accountable.

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Our ideal candidate

Within the NOCS we're a team that values respect, honesty, and integrity with a positive and innovative team culture. We seek flexible team players able to work well with others to achieve a common goal. Applicants will have a strong work ethic and be skilled at working both within a team and independently, under limited supervision, and see work through to completion.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following experience, skills and attributes:

• Experience exercising strategic judgement and actively manage external stakeholder relationships with other government agencies and industry partners.
• Take personal responsibility for meeting objectives and progressing work; showing commitment to learning and self-development.
• The ability to remain positive and respond to pressure in a calm manner, with a demonstrated ability to adapt, and navigate uncertainty.
• Possess well developed leadership skills with experience in building and managing a high-performing team to ensure quality output.
• Foster a team culture where opportunities for continuous improvement, are actioned and identified.
• Champion a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence.

Duties and responsibilities

The main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage coordination for cyber incidents impacting specific sectors including critical infrastructure sectors, design and deliver cyber consequence management exercises and undertake regular lessons management process in order to support stakeholders to prevent, prepare for and respond to cyber security incidents.
• Support strategic policy development and response efforts in relation to the attribution of cyber incidents, international incident response, and broader national cyber incident arrangements.
• Develop operational policy and effective governance and control frameworks to ensure our actions are transparent, defensible, and accountable.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 22/05/2024 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 132411 in the document footer.

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance and an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).

Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Technical assistance

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

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Notes

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.