Security Governance Analyst

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage. 

• Assist with Cyber – Risk, Audit, Policies and Assurance Assessments 
• Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity for up to 12 months with the possibility for extension or conversion to ongoing. 
• Office based in Parramatta; flexible working supported   
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $ 133,348 to $ 146,945 + superannuation + annual leave loading 

Join a team focused on strengthening cyber security governance, risk and compliance across a complex and diverse organisation. 

Our Cyber Security and Risk team is currently seeking to appoint a Security Governance Analyst. You will be responsible for shaping and managing IT security policies, Cyber Audits, IT and Cyber Risks, performing assurance assessment and providing expert advice on security measures, and ensuring alignment with key standards and privacy regulations. 

As a Security Governance Analyst, you will help shape and maintain the frameworks, policies and assurance activities that protect DCCEEW’s information and digital services. You will combine cyber security governance with hands-on technical assessments to identify risks, check whether security controls are effective and recommend practical improvements. 

Working closely with technology teams, business stakeholders and security specialists, you will assess systems and digital assets, review security settings and controls, and analyse technical evidence to identify gaps. You will support the identification, treatment, monitoring and reporting of cyber risks, helping teams put appropriate security and privacy measures in place. 

You will also develop and maintain security policies, procedures and standards, and support audits and the annual NSW Cyber Security Policy attestation. Alongside this work, you will help deliver training, phishing simulations and awareness activities that build employees’ cyber security knowledge and confidence. 

You bring experience in cyber security governance, risk and assurance, backed by the technical understanding to assess whether security controls are effective. You enjoy analysing evidence, solving problems and working with others to translate security requirements into practical actions. 

To be successful in this role, you will bring: 

• Experience in cyber risk and assurance assessments, including reviewing systems and digital assets, checking security settings and controls, and analysing technical evidence to identify risks and recommend improvements. 

• An understanding of security standards, frameworks and government requirements, including the NSW Cyber Security Policy, ISO 27001, and Australian Signals Directorate guidance.  

• Experience with security policies and compliance, including writing clear security documents, applying security and privacy principles, and helping teams gather evidence for audits and address findings. 

• The ability to support cyber security training, phishing simulations and awareness activities that build employees’ knowledge and skills. 

• An organised, practical approach, with the ability to balance priorities, make informed decisions and follow through to get things done. 

• Tertiary qualifications in computer science, information and technology or related technical field and/or relevant experience. 

For more information read the full Role Description: Security Governance Analyst

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy. 

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations. 

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry. 

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment. 

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume (max 3 pages) and a single page cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. 

Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role. 

Should you require further information about the role please contact Shad Thakkar, Chief Information Security Officer via shad.thakkar@dcceew.nsw.gov.au. 

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months. 

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. 

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting (Nivya Shetty) on 02 9585 6607 or nivya.shetty@dcceew.nsw.gov.au (please mention reference number 554298). 

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn. 

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Advertised: 11 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 25 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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