We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Officer to join the Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA). This role supports our organisation in safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring the integrity of our digital infrastructure by proactively identifying vulnerabilities, implementing robust security measures and responding effectively to incidents.

This position is a permanent, full-time role located in the Brisbane CBD with generous flexible working arrangements.

Job details

The role of the Cyber Security Officer works closely with the Manager Cyber Security to support internal stakeholders to develop, maintain and promote a cyber security framework, enhance security policies, conduct or review risk assessments, review penetration test results, undertake internal threat hunting activities, monitor systems for suspicious activity, analyse potential security breaches and collaborate with Queensland Government and managed service partners.

To be successful you will need:

• Proven experience in a similar role
• Demonstrated experience supporting the implementation of cyber security controls, such as Essential Eight
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft 365 security stack (Defender XDR, Sentinel)
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks within a high-functioning team
• Completion of an IT degree with preferably at least 12 months of relevant work experience, or 2 years relevant work experience is desirable but not essential.

What we offer is:

• The flexibility to work from home up to 60% of the time once successfully onboarded and approved
• Beautifully designed offices at Midtown Centre on Mary St, Brisbane CBD
• A rewarding role with extensive learning and professional development opportunities
• A highly supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion while contributing to team success
• An employee health and wellbeing program and reward and recognition program.

If this rewarding role sounds like an opportunity that compliments your current skills, experience and future career plan, we encourage you to read the attached position description and submit your application.

Your application should contain:

• Cover Letter - Maximum of 2 pages outlining how and why your skills and experience are suited to this position, specifically relating to the functions outlined within the Your Key Responsibilities section of the position description and the vision, results and accountability indicators for the leadership competencies outlined in the Leadership Competencies for Queensland Framework
• Resume
• 2 referees.

For further information on what your cover letter should contain, please refer to the Additional information for applicants document attached.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

If you have included any education and professional qualifications or enrolments to your resume, please attach these to your application. A three-month probationary period will apply for any applicant who is not a current public sector employee.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Application information for candidates (PDF, 324KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Employee benefits available at the RTA (PDF, 6.39MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  AO5 Cyber Security Officer (PDF, 306KB)
  Role Description