Cyber Security Architect

The Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) requires an experienced Cyber Security Assurance and Technical Documentation Analyst to support cyber security compliance, assurance, accreditation and governance activities across enterprise and project-based technology initiatives. The role will have a strong technical writing and documentation focus and will be responsible for developing, maintaining and reviewing cyber security artefacts supporting Microsoft cloud environments, including Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Purview and associated services. The role will be responsible for developing and maintaining security accreditation artefacts, supporting cyber assurance activities, coordinating security assessments and contributing to the uplift of enterprise cyber security governance and operational security capabilities. This aligns with the CIA Firearms Licensing Project's delivery and assurance objectives. Key duties and responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking activities including, but not limited to: Provide cyber security architecture and design guidance for Microsoft Azure and Microsoft cloud environments. Lead security architecture reviews and assessments for new and existing solutions. Develop and maintain cyber security architecture standards, patterns and design guidance. Ensure security requirements are embedded across project and system delivery lifecycles. Provide specialist advice on cloud security, identity and access management, networking and data protection. Support security risk assessments, accreditation activities and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes. Identify and document cyber security risks, architectural gaps and remediation strategies. Collaborate with project teams, architects, engineers and service providers to deliver secure cloud solutions. Contribute to cyber security governance, compliance and assurance activities. Prepare architecture documentation, technical advice and briefing materials for stakeholders. The ACIC requires specified personnel to:  Obtain the ACIC’s Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to commencement. Have an Australian Government security clearance (AGSVA) to the minimum of Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) or be willing to undergo and obtain an AGSVA NV1 clearance. As directed by the ACIC, complete a Deed of Confidentiality or Non-Disclosure Agreement prior to commencement or comply with processes required to engage the Specified Personnel under section 48 of the Australian Crime Commission Act (2002). Note: Seller may be required to meet the cost of any security clearances. Criteria The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a response to each criterion. Each response is limited to 3000 characters. Essential criteria 1. Demonstrated experience designing and securing solutions within Microsoft Azure cloud environments, including identity, network, platform and data security. 2. Strong knowledge of Microsoft security technologies including Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Purview and Microsoft 365 security capabilities. 3. Demonstrated experience conducting security architecture reviews, threat assessments and cyber security risk assessments for cloud-based solutions. 4. Experience developing secure cloud architectures and providing security advice aligned with the Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM), Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Essential Eight. 5. Whole of life costs to the Commonwealth Desirable criteria 1. Experience supporting Commonwealth Government, intelligence, law enforcement, national security or other highly regulated environments. 2. Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or industry certifications in cyber security, information security or a related discipline (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CCSP, Security+). Opportunity summary Sellers can submit Up to 2 candidates Number of sellers invited Between 5 and 10 Number of candidates submitted Fewer than 10 RFQ closing time 02 Weeks 00 Days 12 Hours Send us feedback About Accessibility Privacy Terms of use Disclaimer and copyright An initiative of the Digital Transformation Agency The Australian Government acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present. © Commonwealth of Australia