Senior Manager Security Architecture at nbn® Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Security Architecture, Network Security, IT Security, Enterprise Security Strategy Mapping, Solution Architecture, Stakeholder Management, People Leadership, Secure Engineering Practices, Data Security, Privacy, AI/ML Security, NIST CSF 2.0, SOCI Act, Identity and Access Management, Zero Trust Architectures, Architecture Roadmaps

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

Job Expectations Build your career and Australia’s future. Not many people can say they are working on building Australia’s future. With us you’ll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there’s equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements. A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for a Senior Manager, Security Architecture reporting to the Executive Manager – Infrastructure and Security Architecture. A bit about your role The Senior Manager - Security Architecture is accountable for developing the security solution architecture focusing on Network and IT security initiatives. The critical part of this role is mapping Enterprise-wide Security Strategy led by CSO to the end-to-end IT and Network Security Architecture Solutions. This is a complex technical role that will involve working with multiple stakeholders across SEO and the rest of nbn to understand what we are trying to achieve with systems change and providing solution and architectural options that underpin that change. Key stakeholders include Technology Delivery Leads, DevSecOps Leads, Business Stakeholders, and Enterprise Architecture. This is a people leader role, responsible for organising and inspiring individuals by creating a high performing culture in which we do great work. A bit about you We are seeking an accomplished architecture professional with experience in senior architecture or consulting roles, delivering complex technology strategies and services. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise across IT infrastructure, software and network security, secure engineering practices, data security and privacy, and security considerations for AI/ML systems. A strong understanding of industry frameworks such as NIST CSF 2.0, along with comprehensive knowledge of Australian Government security initiatives including the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2031 (SOCI Act), is essential. This role requires advanced capability in Identity and Access Management, infrastructure and application security, Zero Trust architectures, and the protection of critical telecommunications networks. You will be skilled in communicating clearly with both technical teams and executive stakeholders, translating complex concepts to suit the audience. Success in the role also relies on strong planning and organisational skills, including developing multi‑year architecture roadmaps, managing investment cycles, coordinating team workloads, and overseeing local financial management. 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 Platinum Employer, 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. Equal Opportunities for All We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing recruitment@nbnco.com.au or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at +61 2 8918 9990. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website. 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 and applications will close at midnight on 22nd March 2026. To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia. 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

The Senior Manager - Security Architecture is accountable for developing security solution architecture, focusing on Network and IT security initiatives, and mapping the Enterprise-wide Security Strategy to end-to-end IT and Network Security Architecture Solutions. This people leader role involves organizing and inspiring individuals while providing architectural options to underpin system changes across the organization.