Work for a socially inclusive and culturally diverse workplace Competitive remuneration (plus 15.4% superannuation) Access to ongoing professional development and learning Our participants, Our people, Our purpose Currently, there are around 4.3 million Australians with a disability. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) implements the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which is one of the biggest social reforms in the country since Medicare. As an Agency, we support more than 600,000 participants with a significant and permanent disability, and the families and carers of those living with disability. For many Australians, this will be the first time they receive the disability support they need. The NDIA is designed to enhance the quality of life and increase economic and social participation for people with disability and will mean a peace of mind for every Australian. A new role awaits The Cyber Security and Resilience Branch implements the requirements of government security policies and frameworks. This is achieved by providing strategic, tactical and operational Agency-wide oversight of Cyber Security and Operations. The Cyber Security Resilience Team is responsible for identifying key security risks in the ICT environment and ensuring the NDIA is able to identify, mitigate and be resilient to cyber threat activity. The team is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Risk Officer at the APS5 level to support the team in meeting the NDIA's objectives to “build a world-leading National Disability Insurance Scheme”. A career with the NDIA means that your work will contribute to our commitment of fostering a successful Scheme supporting our participants, by ensuring that we stay at the forefront of Cyber Security threat detection. This role supports the NDIA to build cyber and operational resilience capabilities, by preventing, detecting and assessing cyber threats. Where you can add value The APS5 Cyber Security Risk Officer will assist in conducting security risk analysis of NDIA internal systems and assessing the cyber threat, inherent vulnerabilities and the likelihood and consequences of adverse threat activity. Assisting the implementation of better-practice methodologies and risk management practices aligned with MITRE Att&ck Framework, NIST, ISO 31000/ISO 27001 and the PSPF. Contributing towards developing the production of system-specific security documentation artefacts, including Statement of Applicability, System Security Plan, Security Risk Management Plan, Cyber Security Incident Response Plan, Continuous Monitoring Plan and Security Assessment Plan. Contributing towards the development of Authority to Operate artefacts and managing security risks and controls uplift activities arising from cyber security risk analysis. Contributing towards the development of security risk advice, enabling the NDIA's prevention, detection and response to cyber threat activity. To succeed in this role, you will be well-versed in risk management and risk assessment activities in assessing compliance with Government Cyber Security frameworks. You will have the ability to think critically when interpreting information, analysing data and identifying trends, whilst enforcing solutions and strategies. A history of demonstrated responsibility of resolving complex/sensitives issues, whilst managing risks will be highly regarded. You will have the ability to drive and promote quality improvement and innovative solutions by operationalising strategic goals. Enough about us, let's talk about you The successful candidates will have experience and technical knowledge in cyber security compliance, with an understanding of ICT systems and infrastructure. Highly developed and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders in a consultative manner. Working at the NDIA, it is essential you have a positive contemporary attitude to people with a disability along with a high level of understanding and knowledge of disability and its impact on individuals. Your NDIA Experience We work as one team. We are accepting, diverse and driven. We take a shared approach to making progress. We welcome and support each other and encourage different ideas, insights and opinions. We empower and enable each other to be our best. We collaborate, connect and work together to create a workplace that makes us proud. And while we're based far and wide across the country, we make sure nobody feels they are out on their own. You will work for a socially inclusive and culturally diverse workplace, that is making a meaningful impact to the lives of more than 600,000 Australians. Access to higher superannuation and above market leave entitlements Competitive remuneration and working conditions that support a positive work life balance Access to ongoing professional development and learning While this role is ideally performed from Geelong - VIC, Richmond - VIC, Deakin - ACT, or Robina - QLD, remote working arrangements may be considered. We intend to fill this role in an ongoing capacity, however non-ongoing roles up to 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 2 years may be offered. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) clearance, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship. Applications for this role close Friday, 24th January 2025 11:30pm AEDT. If you have any questions, please email Michael.Read@ndis.gov.au. With the exception of personal details, applications can NOT be edited or updated once submitted for consideration. Please make sure you are completely satisfied with your entire application before submitting. NDIA is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability (PwD), First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families. NDIA will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process (including alternate formats of the application form) or have an enquiry about the support provided, please contact DFP Recruitment on 1300 138 337 or ndia@dfp.com.au RecruitAbility applies to this position: The RecruitAbility scheme supports people with disability applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service (APS) by giving you a better opportunity to put forward your skills and experience during the selection process. There are certain roles within the National Disability Insurance that may require mandatory vaccination, subject to government order or directive. Evidence may be required prior to commencement.