IT Security Operations Manager – IT Cybersecurity & Security Practice Manager
Senior Security Operations Manager - Information Technology Security Operations Manager - Threat intelligence & Security Platforms Manager - 12 Months
Listed
9 November 2025
By Evolut
9 November 2025
- Great Rates $1000 to $1,148.96 per day negotiable;
- Initial 12 Months with strong prospect of renewal;
- Well funded Contract with View for long Extension.
- Key position within IT Security Operations;
- WFH Hybrid;
- End-user Organization NSW Government;
Experience & Skills
- Extensive experience in Information Security leadership, ideally within finance, insurance, or government sectors.
- Detailed knowledge of Essential Eight framework;
- Proven success managing technical security operations teams.
- Strong grasp of networking protocols, risk frameworks, and security architecture.
- Demonstrated experience implementing and auditing ISO27001, ITIL, and NIST Cybersecurity Frameworks.
- In-depth understanding of technology risk management, CPS 234 compliance, and the Australian regulatory landscape.
- Commercial acumen with the ability to balance risk and business priorities.
- Prior experience as:
- Cybersecurity Practice Manager or Information Security Manager within a leading consultancy, or
- Security Risk Manager within a government agency or large enterprise.
About the Role
Icare NSW are seeking a highly skilled IT Security Operations Manager to lead the development, implementation, and support of our digiTECH security technology — the foundation of our organisation’s control environment.
In this pivotal role, you’ll drive the adoption of best practice security standards, ensure compliance, and deliver secure, reliable systems that protect critical information assets across the enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and oversee governance, security, and risk reporting frameworks that highlight exposures and ensure compliance.
- Lead a multidisciplinary security engineering team, fostering excellence, automation, and measurable outcomes.
- Define and implement security requirements across all phases of the system life cycle.
- Provide expert guidance on information security controls and technical solutions.
- Respond to security threats and incidents, performing investigations to mitigate risk and minimise business impact.
- Continuously monitor compliance with security frameworks including ISO 27001, ITIL, and NIST.
- Support audit activities and drive continuous improvement of the Information Security Management System (ISMS).
- Maintain awareness of legislative and regulatory changes, ensuring our practices remain current and compliant.
- Champion a cyber-aware culture, providing training and awareness across all levels of the organisation.
Qualifications & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- One or more current certifications in each category below:
- (Security Leadership): ISC² CISSP, ISACA CISM, or SANS GIAC
- (Audit & Compliance): ISACA CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
- Australian Government Security Clearance at Baseline level or higher (Negative Vetting 1 preferred not essential).
Best method to apply is using the application button on this advert. We can be contacted on (02) 9687 1025 for a confidential discussion but please ensure the resume has been sent.
Please ensure all documents are sent in Microsoft word format.
