Cyber Security Strategist

Were Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens.

Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, were at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration.

As a company, were passionate about what we do and the citizens we help to serve. If you too would like to help champion the use of technology in public services, to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organisations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve growth in your career whilst making a real difference to people and communities.

Why you will love this opportunity as Cyber Security Strategist at Civica

This pivotal, strategic position offers you the opportunity to shape the future of security design, integration, and governance across Civicas enterprise and cloud landscapes. Collaborating closely with our Head of Cyber Strategy, you will drive the evolution of security architecture that not only aligns with our long-term technology vision but also safeguards the essential services our customers depend on every day.

As a Cyber Security Strategist, you will be at the crossroads of business strategy, architecture, and cyber resilience. Youll work hand-in-hand with platform, product, development, and enterprise IT teams to embed security seamlessly throughout the entire system development lifecycle — ensuring its a foundational element rather than an afterthought. Your efforts will have a direct impact on how we mitigate risk, comply with regulations, and build lasting trust with our global clients.

In this role, you will be instrumental in crafting, implementing, and sustaining the security architecture that protects our cloud environments. By aligning security initiatives with the organisations overarching technology strategy and business objectives, you will collaborate closely with platform, product, and development teams to embed security into every stage of development and deployment. Your contributions will be vital to fortifying the companys overall security stance.

Step into a role where your strategic vision directly shapes the future of enterprise security. Youll architect innovative frameworks that not only meet global standards like NIST, ISO27001, and GDPR but also drive business success by aligning seamlessly with organizational goals. This is your chance to influence leadership decisions, collaborate across product and engineering teams, and deploy cutting‑edge solutions that safeguard critical infrastructure. From risk evaluation to compliance leadership, your expertise will be recognized as the cornerstone of resilience — with every assessment, report, and recommendation reinforcing your impact. In this position, you wont just manage security; youll define it, ensuring that technology and business move forward together with confidence.

Requirements

What you will bring to be successful in this role

Essential Competencies:

• Knowledge & Application: Deep understanding of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO), enterprise and cloud security architectures, risk management principles and modern software development processes and frameworks
• Complexity & Problem Solving: Ability to analyse complex security issues and develop innovative solutions to mitigate risks
• Collaboration & Interaction: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with various engineering stakeholders
• Management & Supervision: Proven experience in leading security projects and managing cross-functional teams
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in security technologies and tools related to web application design and cloud hosting, such as WAF, Docker, Kubernetes, and vulnerability management tools
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCSP
• Cloud Security: Experience with cloud security platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and related tooling (GuardDuty, Security Center), CSPM
• Development Knowledge: Familiarity with secure coding practices and DevSecOps, deployment pipelines and Github
• Integration Skills: Experience with integrating security solutions within large-scale cloud environments

Benefits

As a company, were passionate about what we do and the citizens we serve. If you, too, want to champion the use of technology in public services to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organizations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve career growth, and make a real difference to people and communities.

We know that when our people are happy, they will work better and have greater work satisfaction. Heres what you can expect:

Were all different - and we love this about us.

We provide an inclusive, safe, and welcoming environment to all Civicans - there are heaps of opportunities to enable you to grow and be your best.

Giving culture - we encourage you to give back with benefits such as our Days of Difference leave where you can volunteer for a charity of your choice.

Flexible Work - we have comprehensive flexibility options including part-time work, adjusted hours, staggered shifts, and hybrid or remote working, supporting work-life balance based on individual needs.

Apply for this job - Become part of something special Do you see yourself in this role If so, then we would love to hear from you