Airservices Australia is seeking a dynamic and experienced Cyber Security Operations Lead to join our Technology Strategy, Assurance & Cyber team. This pivotal leadership role is responsible for overseeing daily cyber operations and coordinating incident response across a complex, high-stakes environment.

About the Role

As Cyber Security Operations Lead, you will:

• Lead a team of skilled cyber professionals within our Cyber Defence Operations Centre (CDOC)
• Manage security tools, engineering, and operational risk
• Coordinate incident response and ensure rapid, effective resolution
• Provide expert advice to internal stakeholders and service providers
• Monitor and report on control effectiveness, driving remediation strategies
• Support managed services contracts and vendor performance
• Contribute to enterprise-wide cyber resilience and strategic planning

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in cyber security operations within a complex enterprise
• Deep understanding of Australian Government security frameworks (ISM, PSPF)
• Strong grasp of threat vectors and control effectiveness in ICT and OT environments
• Ability to translate technical risks into business language
• Leadership experience with a focus on stakeholder engagement and team development
• Qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent (highly desirable)
• Eligibility for an Australian Government NV1 Security Clearance

Why Join Us?

Airservices Australia manages over 11% of the world’s airspace and plays a vital role in keeping Australia’s skies safe. We are committed to safety, innovation, and resilience. As part of our cyber security leadership team, you’ll help protect the systems that underpin national aviation operations.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of cyber security operations in aviation. Apply now and be part of a mission that matters.

Qualifications

Formal academic qualifications in an Information Communications Technology (ICT) discipline or Cyber Security are highly desirable.

Industry recognised qualifications in at least two of the following or similar are expected:

• CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• CISM – Certified Information Security Manager
• SEC488: Cloud Security Essentials
• SEC504: Hacker Tools, Techniques, Exploits, and Incident Handling
• FOR508: Advanced Incident Response, Threat Hunting, and Digital Forensics
• ICS410: ICS/SCADA Security Essentials
• FOR578: Cyber Threat Intelligence
• FOR572: Advanced Network Forensics: Threat Hunting, Analysis, and Incident Response
• CRISC – Certified Risk and Information Systems Control
• CGEIT – Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT
• CISSP – ISSAP, ISSEP, ISSM

Security Clearance

To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian citizen as an Australian AGSVA Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance is required for this role.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please lodge an application online before 11:55 pm (AEST), Tuesday 26th August 2025.