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Senior Cyber Security Specialist
Attorney-General's Department
Job reference: 842415
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Classification: ASO7
Salary Range: $112,163 - $121,246 + Superannuation
Duration: Up to 2 years
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Sunday 10 May 2026


About the Opportunity

The Senior Cyber Security & Risk Specialist plays a key role in leading and coordinating governance, risk and compliance (GRC) activities across the AGD Cyber Program. The position is responsible for managing core elements of the Department’s Cyber Security and Risk Program, with a primary focus on cyber governance, risk management, assurance, and policy compliance.

Working closely with internal GRC and technical cyber security specialists, the role contributes to the effective implementation and ongoing maturity of the Department’s cyber security posture, including alignment with the South Australian Cyber Security Framework (SACSF) and ISO/IEC 27001.

The position provides authoritative cyber security and risk advice to a broad range of business stakeholders and offers opportunities to lead and participate in discrete cyber security initiatives and assurance activities that support delivery of the AGD Cyber Security and Risk Strategy.

 

About the Business

The Technology Services Business Unit is responsible for helping to meet a wide range of IT needs throughout the department by providing expertise and services in ICT Service Desk and Desktop Support, Infrastructure Management and Technical Support, ICT Contract Management and Procurement, ICT Security and Policy, IT Asset Management, software licensing and compliance, ICT Change Management that assist in meeting the overall AGD objectives.

For more information about the Attorney-General’s Department please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.

 

Special Conditions for Employment

Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.

Employment-related Screening Check required.

Some out of hours work may be required.

Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.

This role requires the applicant to be eligible for attainment of Baseline Clearance. Applications for Baseline Clearance requires the applicant to be an Australian citizen or have existing Australian permanent residency status.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

 

Additional Notes

You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.

For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Ashley Palmer, Manager Cyber Security and Risk on 08 7322 7126 or
ashley.palmer@sa.gov.au.

 

Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application.

The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.   


Applications close: 10/05/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Job Application Pack.pdf
- P57306 ASO7 JPS Senior Cyber Security Specialist - Term.pdf


Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.