Senior Security Consultant
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (Hybrid)
Tesserent
Tesserent is a full-service cybersecurity and secure cloud services provider, partnering with clients from all industries and all levels of government. Let’s talk.Tesserent is an extraordinary home-grown cybersecurity success story. Founded in Melbourne, originally focusing on Managed Security Services and funded entirely by local investors, we have since grown to become one of Australia’s largest cybersecurity providers. Now with offices across Australia and New Zealand, we partner with clients to provide not just Managed Security Services, but a full suite of cybersecurity services.
Senior Security Consultants in the Federal Governance, Risk and Compliance practice provide a diverse range of services to our clients. We are currently on the lookout for talented candidates at the Senior Consultant level with experience in delivering security governance, risk and compliance services into Australian Government agencies.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Undertake thorough system security control assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and potential risks
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather necessary information for artifact creation
- Develop detailed risk treatment plans based on identified threats, outlining effective mitigation strategies
- Contribute to the development of enterprise security strategies, aligning them with overarching business objectives
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Providing security advice to clients based on relevant frameworks such as the Information Security, the Essential 8, Manual, Protective Security Policy Framework, and NIST Cyber Security Framework
- Leading the development of enterprise security strategies and roadmaps
- Leading the development of cyber security frameworks including policies and procedures
- Extensive experience and knowledge in relation to conducting system security control assessments to identify vulnerabilities and risks
- Proven ability to apply the ISM, PSPF and other government frameworks in the context of the work of Australian Government agencies
ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
- Relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience is highly regarded
- 5+ years' experience in delivering security governance, risk, and compliance services within a government context
- In-depth knowledge of Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM), Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF), ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and ASD Essential Eight
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer, or IRAP are highly beneficial
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, crucial for effective collaboration and client engagement
BENEFITS:
- Opportunities to undertake technical training and secure industry recognised certifications
- Flexible working arrangements with a mix of remote and in-person work
- Opportunities to work with some of the best cybersecurity professionals in the region and to grow and develop your career
- Joining a team of highly skilled and multi-cultural security professionals
Please note all roles require Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain an AGSVA clearance.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
Tags: CISM CISSP Clearance Compliance Governance ISO 27001 NIST Vulnerabilities
Perks/benefits: Career development Flex hours
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