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EL2 Director, Multiple Roles - IT and Cyber Security, Identity and Access ManagementAustralian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre Bondi NSW$144,299 - $170,488 a yearFull timeHybrid23h ago , from Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis CentreLocations: Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, BrisbaneAbout the opportunityAUSTRAC, Australias financial intelligence agency, is evolving to strengthen its fight against money laundering and terrorism financing. As we expand our regulatory reach and broaden our digital transformation, this introduces new technologies and threats. We are now recruiting several leadership positions to strengthen the agency''s IT and Cyber Security function. These roles offer a unique opportunity to help shape cyber security strategy and champion a positive security culture across AUSTRAC. We''re looking for strategic and peoplefocused leaders to lead crossfunctional IT teams in navigating an evolving threat landscape. You''ll guide crossfunctional teams and create an atmosphere where people feel empowered and encouraged to contribute their best ideas. If you embrace challenges diligently, are passionate about leading teams in a collaborative environment, and eager to make a meaningful impact we encourage you to apply!Director IT Security / IT Security Advisor (ITSA) EL2The Director, IT Security / IT Security Advisor (ITSA) leads AUSTRACs IT Security function, with direct responsibility for managing a small, highperforming information security team. The ITSA supports the delivery of the agencys cyber security strategy and ensures that security practices, systems, and advice are continuously improved and aligned with national standards and internal priorities. This position works closely with executives and governance forums to uplift cyber maturity and deliver secure outcomes across the organisation.Providing operational leadership to AUSTRACs IT Security team, setting direction, allocating priorities, and managing performance to ensure effective delivery of security services, compliance activities, and internal capability uplift.Providing highlevel insights and trusted advice to executive leadership, translating complex cyber policy and risk matters into clear strategic impacts.Driving the ongoing development and refinement of security risk frameworks. Providing subject matter expertise on risk tolerance, control assurance, and compliance against relevant legislative, audit, and operational requirements.Representing the agency at interagency forums and with external partners, shaping wholeofgovernment discussions on security policy and aligning standards.Director Identity and Access Management (IDAM) EL2The Director Identity & Access Management (IDAM) leads the IDAM function delivering the IDAM roadmap in alignment with AUSTRACs Cybersecurity Strategy Roadmap and Implementation Plan. The role provides strategic leadership, technical oversight, and governance across enterprise identity, authentication, and authorisation services to safeguard AUSTRACs systems and data.Providing operational leadership to AUSTRACs Identity and Access Management Team, setting direction, allocating priorities, and managing performance to ensure effective delivery of identity and access management services, compliance activities, and internal capability uplift. Delivering the IDAM roadmap, milestones, and outcomes per the AUSTRAC Cybersecurity Strategy Roadmap and Implementation Plan, translating strategic objectives into actionable programs and projects with clear success measures, benefits, and risk controls.Implementing and maintaining IDAM controls aligned to ISM/PSPF, Essential Eight, ISO 27001, and applicable privacy obligations including the management of identity related risks, assurance activities, and audit findings while driving continual control uplift, identity threat modelling, and identity detection/response in partnership with Cyber Operations.Partnering with business owners, product teams, and security stakeholders to embed identity requirements in change initiatives.What are we looking forAs an EL2 in the above roles at AUSTRAC you will be expected to demonstrate the following capabilities:Professional Expertise Demonstrated experience leading the development and implementation of ICT security policies, frameworks, and governance practices aligned with PSPF, ISM, ISO 27001/2 and other relevant standards within complex ICT environments with a strong knowledge of Australian Government cyber security obligations, security risk management frameworks, and information security compliance requirements.Decide and Initiate Action Applies strong judgement to interpret cyber policy, regulation and threat information in sensitive or ambiguous contexts, providing meaningful direction to staff, clarifying priorities and supporting executivelevel decisions through timely, evidencebased recommendations.Resilience Maintains a strategic view of security challenges while managing competing demands and responding to scrutiny from stakeholders or oversight bodies.Persuade and influence Understands organisational objectives and negotiates and influences from a position of authority and credibility, framing arguments persuasively to generate mutually beneficial solutions.Innovative Champions contemporary approaches to information security governance, proactively seeks ways to integrate riskbased thinking into business and digital decisionmaking and encourages innovative ways to strengthen policy effectiveness and security maturity.Lead and Supervise Provides vision and meaningful direction to employees, clarifies priorities, inspires employees to achieve their best and promotes a culture of wellbeing, integrity, professionalism and continuous learning.EligibilityMust be an Australian citizen at the time you apply.Will need to undertake AUSTRACs preengagement checks.Will need to obtain and maintain an ongoing Negative Vetting Level 1 Security Clearance.Affirmative MeasuresEvidence of eligibility will be requested if your application progresses under an affirmative measures process. Please indicate in your application if you are applying under affirmative measures, by ticking the relevant box in the application form.Why AUSTRAC?Diversity and Inclusion: Our core values of diversity, inclusion, and integrity drive everything we do. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, and those of mature age. We recognise that united behaviours and mindsets will support our agency today and guide us into the future.Employer of Choice: We have a strong reputation as an Employer of Choice, renowned for our exceptional work culture and outstanding employee census results which highlight our dedication to creating a positive and engaging environment. AUSTRAC is placed 3rd for APS agencies, in Time Magazines Australias Best Employers of 2025.Mission Driven: Make an impact at Australias antimoney laundering and counter terrorism financing regulator and financial intelligence unit. We offer you a challenging and rewarding career with meaningful work.Closing Date and NotesApplications close at 11:30 pm AEDT on Sunday 11 January 2026AUSTRAC is conducting bulk recruitment for ICT roles across a range of teams and classification levels. This recruitment process will be used to fill current vacancies and build a merit pool for future roles. #J-18808-Ljbffr