About the role

This role suits an analyst ready to step up – taking responsibility for investigations, supporting response coordination, and contributing to SOC maturity.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead investigation of security alerts and incidents
• Coordinate and support incident response
• Identify gaps and improvements in detection and response
• Contribute to playbooks and continuous improvement
• Support on-call operations

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in a SOC role
• Strong incident investigation and response capability
• Experience with SIEM, EDR and cloud platforms
• Clear communicator who works well across teams and is highly adaptable

Gov / contract / Rate: $1300 -$1400 / day + Super

Job Title: Cyber Security Program Manager | Operational Technology

Location: Inner West, NSW
Employment Type: Contract (Start ASAP)
Duration: Initial contract through to 30 June, with strong potential for extension / long-term program engagement

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Program Manager (Operational Technology) to join a major critical infrastructure organisation delivering a high-priority enterprise cybersecurity uplift program.

This program has been established to address significant and increasing cyber risk exposure across both IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments, in response to the growing sophistication and frequency of cyber threats impacting essential services.

The role will be responsible for leading the final delivery phase of an existing cybersecurity uplift program, while also supporting the development of a 2-year cybersecurity roadmap and business case to guide ongoing investment and capability uplift.

This is a high-impact role within a complex, operationally critical environment where safety, resilience, and service continuity are paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of remaining cybersecurity uplift initiatives across enterprise and operational environments
• Ensure completion of current program deliverables within defined timeframes and governance frameworks
• Develop and define a 2-year cybersecurity roadmap and supporting business case
• Translate cyber risk exposure into clear, prioritised program initiatives aligned to business outcomes
• Manage program governance, reporting, risks, issues, dependencies, and benefits realisation
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders across technical, operational, and executive levels
• Balance immediate delivery priorities with longer-term strategic planning and capability uplift
• Support alignment between cybersecurity, operational resilience, and enterprise risk objectives

You are a seasoned program leader with strong cybersecurity delivery experience and the ability to operate effectively in complex, operationally intensive environments.

You will bring:

• Proven experience delivering enterprise cybersecurity uplift or transformation programs
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk frameworks, and security architecture concepts
• Experience working in Operational Technology (OT) environments (highly desirable)
• Background in critical infrastructure sectors such as transport, utilities, energy, manufacturing, or other regulated industries
• Ability to operate across both program delivery and strategic roadmap development
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with experience influencing senior leadership
• Experience working in complex, matrixed or government-style environments

Highly Regarded Experience

• Transport or large-scale public infrastructure environments (especially where OT systems are present)
• Experience transitioning cybersecurity programs from delivery into long-term roadmap / BAU phases
• Exposure to large-scale enterprise transformation or risk uplift programs

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Cyber Security Program Manager with strong OT exposure and a proven track record delivering enterprise security uplift programs, we encourage you to apply.

Join a program that is strengthening cyber resilience across a critical, operational environment that supports essential services.

Please contact Deqa Omer deqa.omer@talentinternational.com for further information.

Cyber Security Systems Engineer | Operational Technology

Location: Inner West, NSW
Contract until 30 June (strong view to extend long term)
Immediate start required
Rate: $950 -1000 / day + super

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Systems Engineer with strong Operational Technology (OT) expertise to join a critical cyber security program within a complex infrastructure environment.

This role will support both current technical delivery and contribute to future cyber security roadmap planning, playing a key part in strengthening security controls across operational systems.

You will work closely with technical teams and stakeholders to design, implement, and enhance cyber security capabilities in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support technical delivery and advisory activities across cyber security initiatives
• Contribute to both current program delivery and future roadmap planning
• Design, implement and support cyber security controls across OT environments
• Provide input into technical design, integration, and security architecture
• Support incident response and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with technical and operational stakeholders across multiple teams
• Ensure security controls align with organisational and regulatory frameworks

Key Requirements

• Strong experience working in Operational Technology (OT) environments
• Proven hands-on delivery experience in:
• Privileged Access Management (PAM)
• SIEM platforms and endpoint protection tools
• Ability to contribute to technical design and implementation, not just advisory
• Strong understanding of cyber security principles in complex infrastructure environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Nice to Have

• Experience with automated threat detection tools and frameworks
• Exposure to application control tools
• Experience with tools such as G-Ray, CuroPine (or similar technologies)
• Experience in critical infrastructure, transport, utilities or similar environments

Apply Now!

If you are a Cyber Security Engineer with strong OT and hands-on delivery experience, and are available to start immediately, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Deqa Omer at Talent International for a confidential discussion : deqa.omer@talentinternational.com

We’re looking for a Cyber Security Specialist who can hit the ground running and lead key security and compliance initiatives. You’ll play a critical role in maintaining this education provider’s ISO/IEC 27001:2022 ISMS, driving audit readiness, and strengthening the overall security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead ISMS governance, including SoA management and audit readiness
• Ensure alignment with RFFR, ASD ISM, and Essential Eight
• Provide technical leadership in secure network architecture (segmentation, Cisco ISE)

About You

• Proven experience managing an ISO 27001 ISMS
• Strong background in cyber security and network security
• Experience with compliance frameworks and audit processes
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCSP highly regarded

Apply now to secure an interview for an ASAP start or contact carly.llorente@talentinternational.com for further information.

• Cyber Security Analyst
• 24 months fixed term role
• Adelaide Based Position

The Cyber Security Analyst is responsible for providing proactive, operational and reactive support and guidance to the IT Staff and staff in all of the organisation’s Information Technology (IT) environments ensuring systems and hardware operate in a secure manner that meets the organisation’s needs.

As part of the Cyber Security Team, you will be responsible for operational expertise and orchestration across a wide range of cybersecurity solutions. This includes implementation, operations, maintenance and monitoring of key security services to provide the best insight, protection and value for the organisation and will also develop and recommend operational tactics and alignment with the cyber security initiatives and strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Cyber Security Manager in implementing Cyber Security Strategy.
• Ensure cyber security threats are actively monitored and managed.
• Liaise with the various Business Unit stakeholders, MSSP, and cybersecurity vendors, with regards to provision and maintenance of operational and monitoring tools.
• Review information security alerts and perform security event analysis across multiple source systems and various log formats.
• Assist in the management of information security incidents, including investigation, reporting and recommendations for improvement of controls.
• Administer the corporate security tools, including the EDR/antivirus solution,, identifying potential threats and conducting risk assessments as to their likely impact.
• Engage with IT staff in their day-to-day activities and provide assistance from a cyber security perspective.
• Perform regular compliance controls testing across multiple systems and network solutions.
• Oversee the security training and awareness programmes.
• Develop and maintain various levels of documentation of cybersecurity operations including but not limited to executive reports, summaries, memos, runbooks, policies, plans, and procedures.
• Implement all changes in line with change management framework.
• Identify opportunities to improve the design, resilience or capabilities of IT systems.
• Participate in knowledge sharing to ensure key information is available and accessible to all, in line with
• Knowledge Management Framework and relevant processes.
• Assist in structured threat modelling activities for applications, infrastructure and business processes, by identifying potential threat scenarios and attack paths. Contributing to documented outcomes and remediation.
• Perform control gap assessments against the relevant frames works, identifying gaps, residual risk and control effectiveness

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in information security.
• Experience in cyber security in an operational technology environment.
• Demonstrated operational expertise: Vulnerability management; Endpoint Detection and Response; Logging and Monitoring (SIEM, User Behaviour Analytics); Windows client, server and hyper-visor operating systems; Cloud architecture (security controls and configurations)
• Exposure to industry standard security frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ACSC E8, APRA CPS234, ISO, PCI DSS).
• A good working knowledge of Internet and network security systems and tools including firewalls (IDS/IPS), load balancers, WAFs, IDP, PKI, endpoint security and remote access systems.
• Experience with Microsoft and Linux Operating Systems.
• A good understanding of security incident response processes.
• Good working knowledge of current IT risks and experience implementing security solutions.
• Experience in developing and monitoring effective cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Experience in conducting and completing third-party security assessments.
• Ability to learn and adapt to a constantly changing technology and threat landscape.
• A track record in analysing complex technical situations and articulating technical security issues and associated risks in business language.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level communication and interpersonal skills.
• Scripting and automation (API, powershell and/or python).

Apply now or reach out to Ivan Aureus at 0480 806 152.

Security GRC Consultant
Permanent Opportunity
Salary, $80,000 – $100,000 inclusive of superannuation
Location, onsite 5 days per week
AGSVA Security Clearance, Must hold current baseline minimum

About the Opportunity

Our client is a leading global consultancy with deep capabilities across digital, cloud, security and transformation services. With a strong presence in the Australian market and a broad portfolio of government and enterprise engagements, they partner with organisations to deliver complex, high impact programs in secure and regulated environments.

Due to continued growth within their public sector practice, they are seeking a Security Assessment & Authorisation Consultant to join on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for a security professional experienced in risk management, accreditation and compliance within Australian Government frameworks.

Please note, candidates must hold AGSVA security clearance to be considered.

About the Role

As a Security Assessment & Authorisation Consultant, you will perform security risk management and assurance activities across systems, applications and third party services. You will ensure systems meet required security standards, risks are assessed and documented appropriately, and Authority to Operate, ATO, is obtained and maintained in line with government requirements.

You will work closely with system owners, architects, delivery teams, cyber specialists and compliance stakeholders to guide initiatives through the A&A lifecycle and ensure alignment with Australian Government frameworks and internal governance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Security risk management

• Conduct risk assessments to identify, analyse and mitigate security risks across projects and operational environments
• Facilitate risk workshops with key stakeholders to capture and validate security risks
• Monitor and report on risk status, treatment progress and residual risk to governance forums
• Ensure security controls are implemented and tested effectively
• Support day to day coordination of security deliverables alongside program leads

  Security assessment and authorisation

• Execute security authorisation processes in line with the ISM and client specific security requirements, including RMF activities
• Prepare and maintain risk assessments, accreditation documentation and supporting artefacts
• Ensure compliance with required security controls across governance, identify, protect, detect and respond domains

  Maintaining compliance

• Develop and maintain security documentation including policies, procedures and incident response plans
• Support compliance with Australian Government security requirements, including PSPF and ISM obligations
• Maintain accurate records of security authorisations, exceptions and audit evidence

  Stakeholder engagement and reporting

• Liaise with Authorising Officers, system owners and project teams to ensure documentation meets required standards
• Provide guidance on ISM, Essential Eight and department specific controls during delivery
• Support the implementation and ongoing management of GRC tooling
• Track and report on authorisation status, deliverables and compliance gaps
• Assist with continuous monitoring and audit activities

  Skills and Experience

• Experience in security risk management and system accreditation within Australian Government environments
• Strong understanding of PSPF, ISM and NIST aligned principles, govern, identify, protect, detect, respond
• Deep knowledge of Essential Eight requirements in classified or controlled environments
• Experience preparing and managing accreditation packages
• Strong documentation skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to interpret and apply ISM controls in practical delivery scenarios
• Experience with collaboration platforms such as SharePoint or Confluence
• Familiarity with GRC platforms and compliance tracking tools
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

  Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology or related discipline
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, IRAP Assessor or equivalent highly regarded

  Security Clearance Requirement

• Must hold current AGSVA security clearance, this is mandatory
• Australian citizenship required
• Candidates without AGSVA clearance will not be considered

  What’s on Offer

• Permanent role within a globally recognised consultancy
• Salary range $80,000 – $100,000 inclusive of superannuation
• Opportunity to work on high profile, mission critical government programs
• Clear career progression pathways within a structured consulting environment

  If you are an AGSVA cleared security professional looking to step into a permanent consulting role where you can influence complex government environments, this is a strong opportunity to consider.

• Strong experience across SOC operations, SIEM, incident response, and cyber risk management
• Permanent Full-Time opportunity
• Canberra-based role – onsite requirements
• NV1 security clearance required

Our Client

Our client aims to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Our client provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Manager to lead critical cyber security operations within a high-impact government environment. This role plays a key part in protecting complex systems and supporting mission-critical outcomes through proactive risk management, threat detection, and incident response.

Your duties will include:

• Lead and manage cyber security operations, including SOC capability and team oversight
• Oversee vulnerability management activities across multiple systems and environments
• Drive incident response planning, execution, and continuous improvement
• Conduct threat hunting activities and apply cyber threat intelligence to operations
• Manage cyber supply chain risk and support security assurance activities
• Engage with stakeholders to provide expert advice and reporting on cyber risks and posture

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Proven experience leading or working within a Security Operations Centre (SOC)
• Strong incident response experience across detection, analysis, and remediation
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g. Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar)
• Demonstrated experience in vulnerability management and risk assessment
• Solid understanding of GRC principles within a cyber security context
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent

Application Process

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please click ‘APPLY’. For further information, please contact Jaela Smith on 0480 806 146 or email jaela.smith@talentinternational.com

Sales Development Manager // Global SaaS Vendor

Sydney | Hybrid (2 days WFH)

We’re partnering with a global Cybersecurity SaaS company looking for an ambitious SDR Manager to lead a team of 7 high-performing SDRs. These opportunities do not come by often!

This is a rare opportunity to step into an established, well-built function and take ownership of performance, culture, and output. You’ll be leading from the front-ideal for someone who has sold in the last few years and understands what great looks like in a high-velocity environment.

The Role

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 7 SDRs
• Drive high-volume outbound pipeline generation (SMB focus)
• Improve performance through structured coaching, metrics, and incentives
• Work closely with sales leadership to align pipeline with revenue goals
• Optimise outbound messaging and targeting across cloud, backup, and security solutions
• Build a high-energy, accountable, and winning team culture

What We’re Looking For

• 2-3+ years experience leading an SDR/BDR team
• Recent individual contributor sales experience is highly favourable (within last 4 years)
• SaaS background (Cybersecurity highly regarded)
• Experience in high-velocity, SMB-focused sales environments
• Strong understanding of outbound metrics, activity, and pipeline generation
• Energetic, hands-on leader who leads from the front

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary + super will be discussed in more detail on screening calls
• Commission based on individual AND team performance via structured points system
• Hybrid working: 2 days WFH. North Sydney office location
• Strong incentive programs and a high-energy team culture
• In-office catered lunches
• Growth and development opportunities

Why Join?

• Established function with strong foundations already in place
• Opportunity to make the role your own and shape team performance
• Work with a young, driven, and energetic team
• Sell a complex, high-value cybersecurity solution in a growing market

Apply now for immediate consideration.

NOTE: Our client requires all candidates to have full working rights in Australia.

We have partnered with a leading provider of innovative IT solutions, specialized in customized technology services that empower businesses to thrive in a digital landscape. Their team of experts is dedicated to delivering strategic consulting, robust cybersecurity, and comprehensive managed services, all designed to drive efficiency and growth.

They are looking for a Principal Architect with a background in Cybersecurity and a balanced focus on Business Development (50%) and Service Delivery (50%). This role is ideal for a highly motivated professional who thrives in a matrix organization, leading multiple projects while engaging with vendors and driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pre-sales engagement – work closely with vendors and customers to craft solutions.
• Project oversight – act as an Engagement Manager, ensuring successful project execution.
• Oversee 5-6 concurrent projects, managing budgets, customer success, change orders etc..
• Provide leadership within a matrix structure, guiding field leaders responsible for delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other key stakeholders.
• Cybersecurity & Networking focus – Less compliance-heavy, more technical/networking-based projects.
• Manage service delivery and drive business growth through consultative engagements.
• Track project status and provide status reports when necessary.
• Engage in strategic discussions around project execution, client satisfaction, and expansion.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Experienced in both service delivery and business development.
• Strong background in cybersecurity, networking, and technical pre-sales.
• Technology experience with security (Check Point, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Zscaler) and networking (Cisco, Aruba, Fortinet).
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements and challenges that affect IT programs such as SOC2, SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, Gramm-Leach-Bliley, State and Federal privacy laws, and SEC regulations
• Adept at working in a matrix organization, leading projects, and coordinating resources.
• Able to balance project execution with growth initiatives.
• Strategic thinker who can collaborate across teams and drive results.

Work Schedule & Travel Expectations:

• Hybrid role with some in-office presence required 1x a week.
• Some Travel required.

Salary listed is OTE – $190-220k

At this time we are unable to provide Visa Transfers or Visa Sponsorship.