Senior Security Architect (Vulnerability Management) - 6 month contract

At NCS Australia, we believe in doing technology services better. Our commitment to quality, focus on people, and willingness to challenge traditional thinking set us apart. Our team brings this belief to life by partnering with our clients and communities to make tomorrow together.

We are committed to creating an environment that prioritises innovation, collaboration, and purposeful work. Our diverse team is empowered to make a meaningful impact with curiosity, creativity and resilience to shape better outcomes. Join us and accept the challenge of creating a better tomorrow.

Job Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Security Architect with deep expertise in Vulnerability Management. This is a 6-month contract role to assess and enhance our client's existing Vulnerability Management service.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in architecting, implementing, and optimizing vulnerability management programs. You will be responsible for a comprehensive review of the current service, from the people and technology involved to the existing processes and governance. Your key deliverable will be a detailed set of recommendations and a strategic roadmap to mature the client's vulnerability management capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Assess & Analyze: Conduct a thorough assessment of the current Vulnerability Management service, identifying gaps and areas for improvement across people, processes, and technology.
• Architect & Design: Develop a robust and scalable vulnerability management architecture that aligns with business objectives and industry best practices.
• Strategize & Plan: Create a detailed roadmap outlining the steps required to implement your recommendations and mature the service.
• Communicate & Advise: Present your findings and strategic roadmap to key stakeholders, providing expert advice on best practices and implementation strategy.
• Collaborate: Work closely with technical teams to understand the existing infrastructure and capabilities, ensuring your recommendations are practical and achievable.

• Vulnerability Management: Extensive experience in designing and managing enterprise-level vulnerability management programs.
• Technical Expertise: Strong technical knowledge of vulnerability scanning tools, remediation workflows, and security frameworks.
• Architecture: Proven experience as a Security Architect, with the ability to design high-level solutions and low-level technical roadmaps.
• Analytical Skills: Exceptional ability to analyze complex systems and processes and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations.

Why join us: 

NCS Australia is where you can feel at home, nurturing your talents and skills as we make tomorrow together, one day at a time. Our benefits include paid parental leave, initiatives focused on your well-being and discounted health insurance. You will also enjoy discounts on various products and services and be regularly recognised and rewarded for high performance. We are committed to your career development through our Capability Fingerprint, industry and partner training programs, special interest groups, and an AI-driven learning platform. No matter where you are in your career, we offer meaningful work and opportunities for growth.

NCS Australia is an equal-opportunity employer, and we take pride in our commitment to valuing and supporting our people and the communities we serve.We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Veterans, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

At NCS Australia, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply. 

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Work rights and background checks: 

To be eligible for a position with us, applicants will need to have valid work rights for Australia and be willing to undergo a comprehensive background checking process, including probity and police checks