Senior Lead IT Security Resilience Controls at nbn® Australia

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IT Security, Cyber Resilience, Vulnerability Remediation, Control Assessments, Secure Software Development Lifecycle, Communication, Coaching, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Mindset, Collaboration, Security Culture, Resilience Simulations, Influencing, Change Management

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

Job Expectations A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for a Senior Lead – IT Security Resilience Controls, reporting to the Executive Manager, IT Security Controls, Resilience, and Secure Development, where you will join the IT Security Controls, Resilience and Secure Development team. A bit about your role As the Senior Lead – IT Security Resilience Controls, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening nbn’s cyber resilience across our Software Engineering & Operations (SEO) environment. You’ll lead efforts to identify and remediate security control gaps, embed secure development practices into our delivery lifecycle, and ensure our platforms and teams are prepared to respond to and recover from cyber threats. This role will see you working closely with stakeholders across the business to align security priorities with operational needs, while championing a culture of security-first thinking. Whether it’s running resilience simulations, coaching teams, or influencing senior leaders, you’ll be driving meaningful change that protects the integrity of our technology assets and supports nbn’s mission to connect Australia. A bit about you If this role sounds like the right fit for you, it’s likely that you bring a strong background in IT security and resilience, with demonstrated experience in vulnerability remediation, control assessments, and secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices. You’re a confident communicator and coach, capable of engaging with both senior stakeholders and technical teams. Your strategic mindset, collaborative approach, and passion for driving impactful security outcomes will be key to your success in this role. 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 advise 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 submitting 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 Friday 31st of October 2025. 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

Lead efforts to identify and remediate security control gaps and embed secure development practices into the delivery lifecycle. Ensure platforms and teams are prepared to respond to and recover from cyber threats.