Cyber Security Advisor, CSIRO

CSIRO

Location:
Australia, Adelaide ▼
Brisbane
Canberra
Hobart
Melbourne
Perth
Sydney

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

73567.00 - 93630.00 AUD / Year

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Job Description:

Entry-level role offering practical experience across a range of cybersecurity domains, contributing to assessments, reviews, and technical projects that strengthen CSIRO's security posture. Support CSIRO's Cyber Security team by helping implement and enhance the organisation's cybersecurity practices.

Job Responsibility:

Assist with cybersecurity risk assessments, configuration reviews, and vulnerability management activities
Support the review and documentation of cybersecurity controls, findings, and recommendations
Help develop and maintain security registers, playbooks, and procedural documentation
Participate in incident response simulations, testing, and post-incident review processes
Contribute to research on emerging threats, security tools, and technology trends relevant to CSIRO
Apply discretion as required in selecting the most appropriate method and sequence of completing tasks
Recommend improvements to systems and procedures and implement any approved changes
Provide support to more senior staff and provide precedent-based policy and procedure interpretation and advice
Maintain clear communication with clients regarding mutual expectations and monitor their satisfaction

Requirements:

A degree or near completion of a degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline
Foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles, including risk, identity, and network security
Analytical and problem-solving ability with attention to detail and accuracy
Strong relationship skills and the demonstrated ability to understand stakeholders' priorities and adapt interactions to provide effective advice and support
Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively in a team
Sound interpersonal, communication, and consultative skills to enable effective engagement and to build the respect of staff and to successfully support initiatives

Nice to have:

Awareness of relevant cybersecurity frameworks such as the Essential Eight, ISO 27001, or NIST CSF
Exposure to tools or technologies such as Microsoft Defender, Intune, vulnerability scanners, or cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)
Familiarity with scripting or automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for security tasks
Flexibility and adaptability to work in geographically dispersed teams, as well as independently, supporting People projects and team members as organisational priorities change
Strong commitment to team-based processes and outcomes

What we offer:

up to 15.4% superannuation
flexible work arrangements
range of leave entitlements
career development opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
November 20, 2025

Expiration:
December 04, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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