Information Security Officer

Information Security Officer – 0000AT37

Information Security Officer

Law Enforcement Conduct Commission

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Are you looking for a role that:

• contributes to public confidence in the integrity of law enforcement agencies in NSW; and
• utilises your excellent information security management skills?

If so, then this is your opportunity to join the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission (LECC) – an independent investigative commission established to provide oversight of the NSW Police Force and NSW Crime Commission.

At LECC, we are committed to strengthening the integrity of law enforcement in NSW, by working collaboratively with the NSW Police Force and the NSW Crime Commission to promote the prevention and elimination of officer misconduct.

The Information Security Officer role is to manage various security program activities, focusing on Cyber Security maturity, information asset protection, incident management, and ensuring compliance with the organisation’s security policies.

Day-to-day duties would include:

• Reviewing security controls against ISO 27001 and NSW Cyber Security Policy frameworks
• Assisting with internal and external audits
• Maintaining security policies and documentation
• Conducting gap analyses
• Preparing compliance metrics for management
• Working with the entire IT team to assist with support duties

The ideal candidate will have experience in an IT role, preferably within a cyber security environment, strong stakeholder engagement skills, knowledge of malware and security tools, and experience in risk assessment across various areas.

Find out more about the LECC: http://www.lecc.nsw.gov.au

A copy of the relevant role description can be downloaded via this link: Role Description

Eligibility

• To be eligible to apply for this role you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident and have a valid Australian drivers licence.
• The LECC requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID19 and to provide evidence of current vaccination status prior to being appointed to any role at the LECC.
• Serving or former sworn officers of the NSW Police Force are ineligible to apply for this role.

Security Vetting

• The successful applicant will undergo a stringent national security clearance assessment.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please submit a resume (no more than four (4) A4 pages) and brief covering letter (no longer than three pages) which addresses the following targeted questions (max 600 words):

• A key duty of this role is to ensure that the organisation aligns with security standards and frameworks. Can you describe your experience in implementing and sustaining ISO 27001 compliance, including an instance where you identified compliance deficiencies and developed plans to address them?
• This position involves collaboration with internal teams to ensure adherence to global security standards. Could you provide an example of how you engaged with stakeholders using various tools and communication methods to effectively prioritise and deliver on information security initiatives?

Application closing date: Sunday, 1st December 2024, 11.59pm

For any technical issues, please contact I Work for NSW support desk from 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. Email: support@iworkfor.nsw.gov.au or call 1800 562 679.

Location

Sydney Region-Sydney City 

Work Type

Full-time

Number of Positions

1

Total Remuneration Package: $137,121 per annum includes salary ($110,266 – $122,058), employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Contact Human Resources Team – hr@lecc.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date

01-Dec-2024, 12:59:00 PM

Job Category

Security

Organisation

Law Enforcement Conduct Commission 

• Responsibilities
• Contribute to the development, implementation and maintenance of the organisation’s security architecture aimed to provide an effective platform protecting organisational assets
• Undertake investigations and report on security breaches, incidents and non-conformances to guide the resolution and refinement of practices and processes that reduces the likelihood and impact of security related incidents
• Perform regular security reviews and compliance testing to ensure adherence to adopted security standards
• Undertake systematic monitoring and scanning of the enterprise’s external and internal environments to identify and resolve items requiring improvement for ISO certification
• Draft and develop policy and procedural documents within a range of risk management, legislative and administrative frameworks
• Participate in audit sessions supported by other team members, assist to define and document policy issues, and provide potential solutions
• Contribute to the alignment of corporate policies, processes and procedures to the LECC’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) framework
• Provide guidance and support in the integration of security measures into IT projects and initiatives, occasionally assisting with support duties, ensuring a cohesive approach to service delivery and operational efficiency across the organisation.

Key Application Responses Your application must include:

• Resume – Must be up to date with current employment and clearly detail your skills
• and experience as relevant to this role.
• Cover letter – Must address the following targeted questions (no more than 600 words):

a) A key duty of this role is to ensure that the organisation aligns with security standards and frameworks. Can you describe your experience in implementing and sustaining ISO 27001 compliance, including an instance where you identified compliance deficiencies and developed plans to address them?

b) This position involves collaboration with internal teams to ensure adherence to global security standards. Could you provide an example of how you engaged with stakeholders using various tools and communication methods to effectively prioritise and deliver on information security initiatives?

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