Department of Treasury and Finance
Job reference: 839955
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

 

We are currently seeking applications for a Senior Cyber Security Specialist, to join the Information and Technology branch within The Department of Treasury & Finance for an initial period of 12 months with a possibility of extension.

Remuneration : ASO6 – Salary Range ($102,171 to $108,071 p.a)

About the Opportunity:

Reporting to the Assistant Director, Cyber Security, the Senior Cyber Security Specialist leads cyber security governance, risk management and assurance activities across the Department of Treasury and Finance. The role manages and maintains the cyber security governance framework (policies, standards, procedures and supporting systems), supports delivery of the Cyber Security Program through planning and coordination of work items and reporting, and conducts audits, compliance reviews and control testing against recognised frameworks. The position also contributes to investigations of security policy breaches, prepares clear written advice, coordinates remediation of findings, and builds strong relationships with technical and non-technical stakeholders to support ICT projects and uplift cyber security maturity.

About you

Working under general direction, you will be highly organised and proactive, with strong experience in cyber security governance, risk management and assurance. You will be comfortable coordinating competing priorities and dependencies to deliver work items within tight timeframes, and confident engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders to provide pragmatic advice. You will bring strong written and verbal communication skills to produce concise briefings and clear guidance, and a continuous improvement mindset to strengthen cyber security controls, compliance and remediation outcomes.

To be successful you will be able to demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of contemporary security controls and solutions, and the practical application of risk management to design, deploy and operate security services.
• Experience developing, reviewing and improving cyber security governance artefacts (policies, standards, procedures) and assurance activities.
• Proven capability in security audits and compliance reviews, including tracking findings and coordinating remediation actions to closure.
• Experience with control testing against recognised industry frameworks and an ability to apply risk-based thinking aligned to AS ISO 31000:2018.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including vulnerability management prioritisation based on risk and business impact, and the ability to produce clear written advice for senior audiences.

About us

• At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.
• We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.
• Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.

About the team

The role sits within the Information & Technology (I&T) Branch, which delivers a full suite of centrally delivered digital services for the Department of Treasury and Finance—from high quality ICT support to the delivery of innovative and transformative initiatives. The Cyber Security team partners across the department to strengthen governance, manage risk, provide assurance, and support the delivery of cyber security uplift initiatives that enable DTF to be a trusted and secure digital organisation.

What we offer

• Flexible working options
• Salary packaging options
• Discounted gym membership
• Supportive career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Be Well Program

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Name: Damian Tite

Title: Cyber Security Uplift Lead

Tel: 0439 833 660

Email: damian.tite@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration. 

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.

 

Applications close: 19/05/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Statement template - Senior Cyber Security Specialist RM Reviewed 08042026.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.