Principal Cyber Advisors
e2 Cyber ·www.e2cyber.com.au
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Principal Cyber Advisor (EL2 Equivalent) – Federal Government | TSPV Required | Canberra A major national security agency is seeking Principal Cyber Advisors to strengthen its security posture across complex ICT environments. This is a high-impact role for senior practitioners who can shape secure by design architectures, uplift assurance frameworks, and guide mission-critical systems through accreditation.
If you’re an experienced cyber security leader with deep government experience and current TSPV, this is one of the most consequential opportunities in the market.
You will operate as a senior cyber advisor supporting secure ICT delivery across government systems. This role blends architecture, assurance, policy uplift and hands-on-risk analysis.
Key responsibilities include:
We are an inclusive employer committed to fostering a diverse and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you’re an experienced cyber security leader with deep government experience and current TSPV, this is one of the most consequential opportunities in the market.
You will operate as a senior cyber advisor supporting secure ICT delivery across government systems. This role blends architecture, assurance, policy uplift and hands-on-risk analysis.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading reviews and contributing to the development of the full security documentation suite
- Providing authoritative advice on secure-by-design principles and cyber best practice
- Reviewing ICT solution designs for alignment with the ISM and Essential Eight maturity requirements
- Guiding architecture and engineering teams to embed security controls into designs
- Conducting cyber security and risk assessments across complex services
- Updating and maintaining system security artefacts including:
- SRMPs
- SSPs & Annexes
- IRPs
- DRPs
- SRMPs
- Supporting system accreditation and IRAP-related documentation
- Experience in Australian Government cyber security or security architecture roles
- Demonstrated capability producing security artefacts for system authorisation
- Strong understanding of networking infrastructure and modern network security patterns
- Ability to analyse network architectures and assess cyber security risks
- Deep familiarity with ISM, PSPF, Essential Eight and government accreditation processes
We are an inclusive employer committed to fostering a diverse and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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Where is the Principal Cyber Advisors job located?
The Principal Cyber Advisors role with e2 Cyber is based in Canberra, ACT, AU.
What does the Principal Cyber Advisors role pay?
e2 Cyber lists the Principal Cyber Advisors role at AUD 150–170 per hour.
Is the Principal Cyber Advisors role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at e2 Cyber.
What experience level is the Principal Cyber Advisors role?
The Principal Cyber Advisors position is aimed at principal-level candidates.
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