Admin Officer Cyber Threat Intelligence

About this role

Department: Cyber Risk Audit and Compliance

Department/Agency: Department of Communities and Justice

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Req ID: 85397

Admin Officer Cyber Threat Intelligence

Employment type: Temporary Full time up to 30 June 2027

Your role

The role supports the Manager Cyber Threat Intelligence and Engagement with the day-to-day operations of the Cyber Threat Intelligence function and assists with the coordination of cyber security activities across the Communities and Justice Portfolio.

What you’ll do

As part of the Cyber Risk Audit and Compliance team within Information and Digital Services division, your role is primarily focused on supporting the Department of Communities and Justice's cyber threat intelligence capability by assisting with the administration and maintenance of the Threat Intelligence Platform, analysing and coordinating threat-related information, and helping to prioritise security activities based on emerging risks. The position also triages and co-ordinates cyber security enquiries and compliance with NSW Cyber Security Policy requirements while maintaining collaboration platform content and providing secretarial support for key cyber security governance forums.

The team operates in a highly collaborative and supportive environment, working closely with internal stakeholders, portfolio agencies, and external partners to share intelligence, manage cyber risks, and enhance cyber security maturity. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, share knowledge, and continuously develop their skills within a culture that values teamwork, innovation, and professional growth.

What we’re looking for

The ideal candidate has a passion for cyber threat intelligence and cyber security, with the ability to adapt to an evolving threat landscape and emerging technologies. They will have strong analytical and communication skills, be able to provide advice and support to a diverse range of stakeholders, and work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

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We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

What We Offer

We offer a variety of benefits, including

A challenging and rewarding career

Flexible, autonomous work environment

Competitive pay and conditions

Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities

Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

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We do work that really matters

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.

Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!

Are you ready to join us?

Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages).

Applications close Tuesday, 18th August 2026 at 11:59pm AEST.

Got a question?

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager David Leffley, Manager Cyber Threat Intelligence and Engagement on 0438 837505 or at David.Leffley@dcj.nsw.gov.au

If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Sarah Nguyen on 02 9765 5046 or via thikimyen.nguyen@dcj.nsw.gov.au

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.

Other Information

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

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