Cyber Security Architect
A 12-month contract (extensions possible) as Cyber Security Architect supporting the ACIC in Canberra: guiding secure design across Microsoft Azure, M365, Entra ID, Purview and Fabric, leading threat/risk assessments, and producing accreditation/ATO documentation aligned to ISM, PSPF and Essential Eight. AGSVA NV1 clearance required.
- Compensation
- A$135–A$155 / hr
- Location
- Canberra ACT
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Security
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Demonstrated experience designing and securing Microsoft Azure solutions across identity, network, platform and data security
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Purview and Microsoft 365 security capabilities
- Experience conducting security architecture reviews, threat assessments and risk assessments for cloud-based solutions
- Experience applying ISM, PSPF and Essential Eight to cloud architecture and security advice
- Strong technical writing skills for security and assurance documentation
- Hold an AGSVA Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) clearance
- Obtain an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) before commencing
- Meet citizenship and security requirements
Nice to have
- Experience in Commonwealth Government, intelligence, law enforcement, national security or another highly regulated environment
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP or Security+
Full description
Salary: $135-$155 per hour
Cyber Security Architect
- Location: Canberra, ACT.
- Initial term: 12 months.
- Extensions: Two options of 12 months each.
- Rate: $135 - $155 per hour
- Hours: Up to 40 hours per week.
About the opportunity
Canberra Consulting is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Architect to support the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC).
Working at the EL1-equivalent level, you will provide security architecture and design guidance across enterprise and project technology initiatives, including the CIA Firearms Licensing Project. The role combines hands-on cloud security expertise with a strong focus on technical documentation, assurance and security accreditation.
You will work across Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Purview and associated services, helping teams deliver secure solutions aligned with Australian Government security requirements.
What you’ll do
- Provide cyber security architecture and design guidance for Microsoft cloud environments.
- Lead security architecture reviews, threat assessments and cyber security risk assessments.
- Develop security standards, architecture patterns and practical design guidance.
- Embed security requirements throughout project and system delivery lifecycles.
- Advise on cloud security, identity and access management, networking and data protection.
- Develop and maintain security documentation and accreditation artefacts, supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
- Identify architectural gaps and security risks, and recommend remediation strategies.
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, project teams and service providers to deliver secure cloud solutions.
- Prepare clear technical advice, architecture documentation and stakeholder briefings.
What you’ll bring
- Demonstrated experience designing and securing Microsoft Azure solutions across identity, network, platform and data security.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Purview and Microsoft 365 security capabilities.
- Experience conducting security architecture reviews, threat assessments and risk assessments for cloud-based solutions.
- Experience applying the Information Security Manual (ISM), Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Essential Eight to cloud architecture and security advice.
- Strong technical writing skills, with the ability to produce clear, accurate security and assurance documentation.