Branch Manager Cyber Security and Resilience

SES Band 1 – Branch Manager – Cyber Security and Resilience

• Seeking an authoritative leader in cyber security with an enabling mindset
• Open to major and regional city locations
• Competitive salary and superannuation package available

About the NDIA

The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is an independent statutory agency. We are responsible for implementing the world leading National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which is one of the biggest social reforms since Medicare.  The NDIS is designed to enhance the quality of life and increase economic and social participation for people with disability and provide peace of mind for every Australian.

To support our focus and an engaged and capable NDIA, the Agency supports flexible working arrangements – this underpins a diverse, adaptive, and high-performing workforce.

Our participants, Our people, Our purpose:

We have an impactful opportunity to join the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) as the Branch Manager Cyber Security and Resilience responsible for safeguarding systems and information that form part of the world leading National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which is one of the biggest social reforms since Medicare. As an Agency, we support more than 600,000 participants with a significant and permanent disability, and the families and carers of those living with disability. For many Australians, this will be the first time they receive the disability support they need. The NDIA is designed to enhance the quality of life and increase economic and social participation for people with disability and provide peace of mind for every Australian.

A pivotal executive role awaits:

The NDIA is seeking a proven cybersecurity professional to fill the SES Band 1 Branch Manager Cyber Security and Resilience role. You will provide expert strategic and operational leadership to safeguard the integrity and security of NDIA technology platforms, ensuring that sensitive information remains protected and accessible to those who need it. Functional leadership of the Branch is broad including managing staff, financial and physical resources, performance management, conflict resolution, identification of capacity, capability development and training.

Where you can add value:

The SES Band 1 Branch Manager Cyber Security and Resilience role is a critical executive role in the organisation working with internal and external stakeholders and leveraging partnerships. You will be trusted adviser and systems thinker with in-depth knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, emerging threats, and regulatory requirements.

With a constant evolving ICT estate, you will have the foresight and thought leadership to address emerging cyber threats and a continuous improvement mindset to future proof the organisation. You will provide contemporary and evidence-based cyber security advice and your enabling mindset will influence and drive best practice cyber policies, tools, and forge partnerships that expand and mature the cyber resilience of the agency.

Placing a high priority on customer needs and demonstrating a positive attitude in the face of difficult or challenging situations, you will support the NDIA’s mission to ‘build a world-leading National Disability Insurance Scheme’.

Our ideal candidate:

You will have experience of stewardship of large and complex cyber capabilities delivered through a commitment to building internal and external partnerships and business enablement. Along with technical expertise, you will bring a contemporary approach to people leadership with a focus on talent development and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Relevant qualifications are advantageous and a personal commitment to ongoing professional development, so you stay abreast of the latest trends and best practices in this field. Possession of industry-leading Cyber Security Certifications are highly desirable. 

What you should know

To be eligible for employment with the NDIA, you must be an Australian citizen. A candidate’s suitability for employment with the Agency will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This will include a criminal history check and the ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance, at the Negative Vetting 1 level. This will be arranged for you, if successful.

The NDIA will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.

We strongly and actively encourage applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, including people with disability, First Nations peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and LGBTIQA+. 

Application Instructions

To apply, click on ‘Apply Now’ using reference NDIcrb0224 and addressing your application to Alice Silver or David Baber. Alternatively, please email application to applications@fisherleadership.com

Your application should include:

• A complete current resume.
• A one-page pitch (maximum 750 words) quoting reference NDIcrb0224.

Your pitch should highlight relevant examples and accomplishments that demonstrate:

• Your ability to lead people to deliver results.
• Why you want to work for us.
• What you will bring to the role.
• Demonstrated experience in driving the delivery of strategy that aligns with organisational goals.

The closing date for applications is 12 April 2024

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme, you will be invited to participate in further assessment activities for the vacancy if you choose to opt-in to the scheme, declare you have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the vacancy. All requests for reasonable adjustments will be considered and managed in consultation with you.

Further information can be found at https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

If you wish to opt in under the RecruitAbility scheme, please clearly state this intention at the beginning of your one-page pitch.

For enquiries, or if you would like help understanding this document or would like to receive it in another format, please contact Alice Silver or David Baber of Fisher Leadership via phone: 1300 347 437 using the National Relay Service 133 677 if required https://www.accesshub.gov.au/about-the-nrs or email applications@fisherleadership.com