Senior Security Architect – Cyber Security, Telstra

Telstra

Location:
Australia, Flexible

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Job Description:

Shape the future of secure tech with us! As a Security Architect you will be passionate about shaping secure, forward-thinking solutions that protect millions of users and systems. In this role, you'll be a trusted expert, helping define and embed security architecture and standards across major strategic initiatives.

Job Responsibility:

Define and govern security architectures across major tech initiatives
Ensure alignment with Telstra's security policies, principles, and risk frameworks
Lead security quality assurance activities and support operational readiness
Collaborate with architects, engineers, vendors, and business teams to embed appropriate security controls
Evaluate new security technologies and help shape our capability roadmaps
Create reusable frameworks and patterns to simplify future projects
Translate technical risk into business context — enabling informed, confident decisions
Support the creation and governance of enterprise security strategies and standards
Build strong relationships across the tech industry to stay ahead of emerging threats and opportunities

Requirements:

5+ years in complex security architecture and solutioning
Expertise in security requirements, control definition, and risk assessment
Proven experience delivering secure architectures at enterprise scale
Clear communicator — able to translate technical ideas into business value
Comfortable working through ambiguity and shifting priorities

Nice to have:

Familiarity with Service-Oriented and RESTful architecture design
Experience with secure cloud-based solutions
Exposure to AI/ML security concepts, including generative and agentic AI
Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, SABSA, CCSP, AWS Solutions Architect, Azure, TOGAF, ITIL, COBIT, Agile

What we offer:

Performance-based pay
Thousands of learning programs to help you grow
Purchased leave scheme & an additional Telstra Day off
30% discount on Telstra products & services
Toolkit provided – we'll set you up with the tech you need
Opportunities to work globally across 22 countries
A genuine commitment to flexible working and family support

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
August 25, 2025

Expiration:
September 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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