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Cyber Security - Analyst / Assessor

Melbourne Temporary View Job Description
We are looking for a hands-on security professional with strong technical expertise in assessing, reviewing, and validating security control environments. The successful candidate will provide detailed assessments, identify gaps, evaluate risks, and deliver clear, actionable recommendations to both technical and business stakeholders.
  • Contract role with hybrid working
  • Opportunity to work on exciting Cyber Project

About Our Client

This role is within the public sector in Melbourne, supporting Cybersecurity initiatives. They are looking for an experienced Security Assessor / Security Controls Specialist to support a critical security assessment and assurance program.

Job Description

  • Conduct comprehensive security control assessments and reviews across technology environments
  • Assess the effectiveness of existing security configurations, processes, and controls
  • Perform security risk assessments and identify control deficiencies and remediation opportunities
  • Evaluate third-party security risks and vendor security assurance requirements
  • Review security architectures, configurations, and control implementations against relevant security frameworks
  • Develop detailed assessment reports outlining findings, risks, recommendations, and improvement plans
  • Present assessment outcomes and recommendations to technical teams, senior stakeholders, and leadership groups
  • Work closely with internal technology, security, and business teams to support remediation activities



The Successful Applicant

A successful Cyber Security - Analyst / Assessor should have:

  • Proven experience in security controls assessment and security assurance activities
  • Experience in conducting third party risk assessments and vulnerability testing.
  • Knowledge of VPDSS, PSPF, ISM, SOC 2 Controls and Assurance Frameworks
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify vulnerabilities, control gaps, and remediation actions
  • Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and report-writing capabilities
  • Ability to translate technical findings into business-focused recommendations

What's on Offer

  • Temporary role providing valuable experience in the public sector.
  • Opportunity to work in a key Technology department in Melbourne.



If this role aligns with your skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.

Contact
Jeya Umashankar
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7050188
Phone number

Job summary

Function
Information Technology
Specialisation
Security
Industry
Public Sector
Location
Melbourne
Job Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Jeya Umashankar
Consultant phone
Job Reference
JN-062026-7050188

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