Principal Advisor - Information Management and Security in AUSTRALIA

We have a fixed-term temporary opportunity available for a Principal Advisor – Information Management and Security, AO8 in our Finance and Digital Strategy, Business and Corporate Partnership.

The role is full time, fixed-term temporary for 6 months with the possibility of extension, based in 1 William St., Brisbane. The salary range is $141,365 to $149,387 + 12.75% Superannuation + leave loading (Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)

So, what are you waiting for? Advance your career with the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development and discover a purpose-driven career with us.

About us

The Department of Natural Resources, Mines, Manufacturing, and Regional and Rural Development drives sustainable growth and prosperity. We steward the state's natural resources through the productive and responsible management of the state’s land, mineral, and energy resources ensuring all Queenslanders benefit. We foster innovation and technology in manufacturing, boosting productivity and competitiveness. We strengthen regional and rural economies by supporting job creation, diversification, and infrastructure development, collaborating closely with local communities to address their unique needs.

Join our department today and #MakeADifference for all Queenslanders.

About the role

You will be responsible for the development and implementation of enterprise-wide strategies and operating procedures, which strengthen the information management and information security practices and governance within the department, including the information security management system (ISMS) and cyber awareness. You will provide expert advice at a senior executive level on risk controls and treatments and provide input to guide planning, relating to information management and information security.

This is a temporary, full-time position, providing flexible working arrangements, work-life balance, and professional development opportunities. The role is located at 1 William St., Brisbane, QLD.

In this role you will:

• Lead the development of agency-wide strategies, policies, procedures, guidelines, and frameworks, relating to information management and information security, and including skills and capability growth, in consultation and collaboration with Information Technology Partners (ITP).
• Monitor the department's information asset portfolio, as part of our enterprise architecture, partnering with, and coaching asset custodians and managers, to help meet policy obligations.
• Lead the maturing of the department’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) providing direction to the ISMS operational lead, and leading strategies for continual improvement of the ISMS over time.
• Contribute to incident response strategy and planning, including providing input into the development and management of incident response plans and information security ‘playbooks’, and participating in cybersecurity exercises, within the department, Partnership and at a whole-of-government level.

A full list of duties is available on SmartJobs.

Key Links:

For more information about our department visit https://www.resources.qld.gov.au/

This position requires:

• Demonstrated experience (greater than 2 years) within an information management and information security discipline.
• Demonstrated experience (greater than 2 years) within a risk management and incident management discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, for an executive-level audience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability. Ability to write strong business cases, briefings, and reports.

Work rights:

You must be an Australian citizen, have permanent residency status or a visa permitting you to work in Australia.

Why join us?

Our people and culture

We are committed to being a workplace that focusses on people. This is about building resilience, encouraging innovation, and understanding that learning is a journey that never ends.

We promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful place to work where all staff feel valued. We are a mobile, flexible, and agile workforce. We live by our guiding principles – proactive, courageous, pragmatic, collaborative, resilient and respectful – underpinned by the Queensland public service values.

What we offer

• Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options.
• Rewarding professional career development and training opportunities, with an emphasis on continuous learning through study support
• Flexible working options that encourage a healthy work-life balance.
• Access to hybrid work options and fantastic leave provisions, supported across the broader Queensland public sector.
• Support your community, and directly contribute to creating jobs, increasing government services and improving the lifestyle of all Queenslanders.
• Enjoy a balanced work-life and a commitment to creating inclusive teams and workplace culture.
• Relocation assistance provisions will be considered.

To know more about the benefits of working with our department visit us at (https://www.resources.qld.gov.au/about-us/careers)

How to apply

Please submit your current resume and a brief covering letter introducing yourself to the panel and showcasing your skills and how you can make a valuable contribution to the department.

For more information: Please call the contact mentioned on the role profile available on SmartJobs.

Apply via the SmartJobs application to: Click ‘Apply’ here.

Applications close: 11 December 2024

Do you want to #MakeADifference! Unleash your potential and contact us today.