Cyber Security Operations Lead at nbn® Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cyber Security Operations, Performance Analytics, Governance Frameworks, Risk Management, Compliance, NIST CSF 2.0, ACSC Essential Eight, SOCI Act, Process Uplift, Response Playbooks, Tooling Uplift, Automation, Power BI, Excel, SIEM/SOAR, GRC Platforms

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

Job Expectations An exciting opportunity is now available for a Cyber Security Operations Lead , reporting to the Executive Manager – Cyber Security Performance & Operations, where you will join the Cyber Security Practice (CSP) team. A bit about your role As a Cyber Security Performance & Operations Analyst, you’ll play a key role in driving the operational excellence of nbn’s Cyber Security Practice. You’ll help turn strategy into measurable outcomes by building performance analytics, maintaining governance frameworks, and supporting risk and compliance operations. You’ll be responsible for developing dashboards and reporting packs that provide actionable insights, coordinating operational cadences, and ensuring alignment with frameworks such as NIST CSF 2.0, the ACSC Essential Eight, and the SOCI Act. You’ll also support the operational teams with process uplift, maturing response playbooks, detailing user requirements for tooling uplift and automation initiatives, to uplift CSP’s capabilities and reduce manual effort. This role is pivotal in enabling CSP to make risk-informed decisions, demonstrate control effectiveness, and deliver on national resilience objectives. A bit about you To be successful in this role, you will bring at least five years of experience in cybersecurity, governance, or performance analytics. You should have a strong understanding of cyber security standards, risk management, and compliance frameworks. Your ability to create executive-ready reports and translate complex data into strategic insights will be essential. Proficiency with tools such as Power BI, Excel, SIEM/SOAR, and GRC platforms is expected. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders are key. Ideally, you hold a degree in Engineering, Science, Cyber Security, or Business. Additionally, you must be eligible to obtain and maintain a national security clearance. Life at nbn To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them. A more inclusive working world nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Gold Employer for three years running, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women. We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any special requests or accessibility requirements throughout the recruitment process, please recommend us at the time of application (via recruitment@nbnco.com.au) and we will adjust to meet your needs. Where to from here? If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed. Please note that this role is a permanent opportunity. Applications for this role will close at midnight on 8th of March 2026. Worker Type Permanent Time Type Full time nbn is the team behind the design, build and operation of the nbn™ network - one of Australia’s largest technology infrastructure projects, which will help better connect Australians with each other and the rest of the world, no matter where you live. But the nbn™ network is so much more than access to fast internet. A state of the art communications network opens up a world of possibilities in areas such as education, business, innovation, healthcare, flexibility, and entertainment. It will help ensure our digital future, and give Australians benefits we can all enjoy, for decades to come. At nbn, you’ll work with inspirational leaders and innovators in their field, help take on engaging and exciting work, and seek original solutions to new challenges every day. Things move quickly at nbn, and opportunities present themselves all the time. At nbn, you have an incredible chance to broaden your skills and widen your horizons. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to accelerate your career, and shape your own future, along with Australia’s. To apply, please follow the links and submit your resume. No cover letter or selection criteria is required.

Responsibilities

This role drives operational excellence within the Cyber Security Practice by building performance analytics, maintaining governance frameworks, and supporting risk and compliance operations. Responsibilities include developing actionable reports, coordinating operational cadences, and maturing response playbooks to reduce manual effort.