Security Architect
Kyle BuchananAustraliaMIDPosted 6d ago
Security ArchitectureMicrosoft AzureMicrosoft 365Dynamics 365Power PlatformDatabricksEntra IDMicrosoft DefenderPurviewZero Trust ArchitectureIAMIRAPASD Essential EightISO 27001
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Security Architect to join a major Queensland Government ICT transformation program. This role focuses on providing security architecture leadership across a complex digital transformation, ensuring enterprise solutions are secure by design, compliant and aligned with government security standards.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead security architecture across large scale cloud, digital, data and integration platforms.
• Develop security architecture principles, standards and governance frameworks.
• Provide security leadership across Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Power Platform and Databricks.
• Lead threat modelling, security risk assessments, design reviews and assurance activities.
• Define security controls across identity management, privileged access, encryption, monitoring and information protection.
• Support IRAP assessments, security accreditation, privacy compliance and audit readiness.
Requirements
• Strong background in Security Architecture within complex enterprise environments.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure Security, Entra ID, Microsoft Defender, Purview and Dynamics 365.
• Strong understanding of Zero Trust Architecture, IAM and cloud security controls.
• Experience with Queensland Government security frameworks including IS18, QGEA and information privacy requirements.
• Knowledge of IRAP, ASD Essential Eight and ISO 27001.
• Proven ability to engage with senior stakeholders, technical teams and vendors.
• Previous experience within Government or highly regulated environments will be highly regarded.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, SABSA or Microsoft Azure Security certifications are highly desirable.