" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eCyber Architect\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20749\"\u003e IT Security \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20751\"\u003e Brisbane \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20752\"\u003e Contract or Temp \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 21/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead the design of cyber architectures, technical standards and security roadmap\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide strategic and technical cyber security advice across government entities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrisbane-based |10-month contract (possible extension) | $151.19/ hour inc super\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetting the Scene\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOur client operates within the Queensland Government, supporting cyber security initiatives that strengthen security capabilities and resilience across government. The team provides cyber security leadership, governance, policy, standards, capability development and whole-of-government security services, helping address evolving threats and uplift cyber security maturity.\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:justify\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Role\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAs a Cyber Architect, you\u0027ll analyse complex cyber security requirements across multiple government entities and develop secure, scalable and reusable security architectures. Working collaboratively with technical teams and stakeholders, you\u0027ll help shape cyber security approaches, develop technology roadmaps and ensure security standards align with broader government architecture principles. This role offers the opportunity to influence cyber security at a government-wide level, contributing to the design of new services, the development of technical standards and the ongoing improvement of cyber security capabilities.\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:justify\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKey Responsibilities \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop and maintain technical cyber security standards, policies, frameworks and guidelines aligned with government enterprise architecture.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign robust cyber security architectures for new services, projects and initiatives.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop cyber security technology roadmaps and architectural approaches to address emerging threats and challenges.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnalyse cyber security requirements across government entities and recommend effective architectural solutions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to the development and enhancement of whole-of-government cyber security services.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide technical advice to government stakeholders on cyber security challenges and security service adoption.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop secure, scalable and reusable architectures suitable for implementation across multiple government environments.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborate with stakeholders to identify security requirements and support improvements in cyber security maturity.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAttend and present at Cyber Security Communities of Practice, sharing technical guidance and architectural approaches.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStay informed about emerging cyber security technologies, threats and industry best practices to guide architectural decisions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat You\u0027ll Bring\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated experience in cyber security architecture, security engineering or a closely related technical discipline.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience designing and developing security architectures across complex enterprise environments.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong understanding of cyber security standards, frameworks, policies and technical guidelines.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience developing security roadmaps, architectural approaches and technical security strategies.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to translate complex security requirements into practical, scalable architectural solutions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnowledge of enterprise architecture principles and their application to cyber security.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstanding of emerging cyber security threats, technologies and security design principles.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including the ability to provide technical advice to diverse audiences.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and complex organisational environments.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRelevant qualifications in cyber security, information technology, computer science or a related field will be highly regarded.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Experience within government, large enterprise environments or other highly regulated industries will be advantageous, particularly where security architecture, technical standards and shared security services are involved.\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:justify\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s in It for You?\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e$151.19 per hour including super.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContract through to 30 June 2027, with potential for extension.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInfluence cyber security architecture and maturity across multiple government entities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop and shape technical security standards, frameworks and roadmaps.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to whole-of-government security initiatives with broad organisational impact.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborate with technical specialists and stakeholders on emerging cyber security challenges.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply your expertise to create secure, scalable and reusable security solutions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApplications are treated with absolute confidentiality. Click \u003cstrong\u003eAPPLY\u003c/strong\u003e or contact \u003cstrong\u003eClodagh at \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eclodagh@decipherbureau.com\u003c/strong\u003e for an informal conversation about your next career move. Equal opportunity and diversity are valued and encouraged.\u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4480089\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "