Principal Platform Security Architect
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Full-Time (35hpw) Temporary to 30 June 2027
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Salary Range $ 167,165 – $ 201,105 pa + super
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Parramatta location with hybrid working (1-2 office days)
About the team
The Service NSW Cyber Security team brings together specialists across security architecture, governance and risk, secure digital delivery, incident response, offensive security, and security awareness. We work closely with digital product and platform teams to help build and operate secure, trusted services used by millions of people and businesses across NSW. You’ll join a collaborative, outcomes-focused team where you can work on complex security challenges, contribute your ideas and develop your skills across a broad range of cyber security capabilities.
About the role
As Principal Platform Security Architect, you will provide technical and architectural leadership to strengthen security across Service NSW’s cloud platforms and digital environment. You will play a key role in delivering the Cyber Security uplift program, working closely with Cyber Security and Digital teams to design practical security solutions and support their implementation.
This is a hands-on role where you will help turn security requirements into scalable architecture patterns, technical designs and working solutions. Your work will directly contribute to protecting the digital products and platforms used by people and businesses across NSW.
Key responsibilities
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Design and review secure solution architectures and reusable implementation patterns for cloud and platform environments.
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Develop and maintain architecture diagrams showing the placement of security controls and identifying security gaps.
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Provide technical advice on cloud and infrastructure security, including AWS, container platforms, web application firewalls, firewalls and proxies.
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Review platform, infrastructure and network changes, assess security risks and recommend practical controls.
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Develop hands-on proofs of concept and assist technical teams to implement agreed security solutions.
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Work with Cyber Security, platform, engineering and product teams to embed security into digital delivery without creating unnecessary barriers.
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Support the delivery of cyber initiatives that improve security across Service NSW systems and customer-facing digital services.
To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:
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Significant experience designing and implementing security solutions in cloud-native environments.
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Strong practical experience with AWS and cloud infrastructure security.
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Experience with container platforms, web application firewalls, firewalls, proxies and related infrastructure security controls.
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The ability to produce clear solution designs, architecture diagrams and reusable security patterns.
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Experience assessing technical changes, identifying security risks and recommending practical solutions.
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A hands-on approach, including developing proofs of concept and working with engineers to support implementation.
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Strong stakeholder skills and the ability to work across Cyber Security, architecture, platform, engineering and product teams.
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An understanding of agile digital delivery and how to embed security controls into fast-moving technology environments.
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Experience working in Service NSW or a similar large digital service environment would be an advantage.
To be considered for roles in the NSW public sector, applicants must:
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Be NSW residents or in the process of relocating to NSW
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Hold appropriate working rights for the type of employment offered - Fixed Term roles require valid work rights for the full duration of the role
How to apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter as a single document. Your application should highlight your skills, experience, and why you're the perfect fit for this role.
Our recruitment process
Our recruitment and assessment process is merit based. For this recruitment we will be conducting a minimum of three interview and assessment stages that form a comparative process. This will include:
1. Panel behavioural interview
2. Technical Assessment
3. Psychometric Assessment
4. Reference checks
Further Information
Salary Grade 11/12, with the base salary for this role starting at $167165 base plus superannuation
For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Bec Conquest via
[email protected].
Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.
A talent pool may be created as part of this recruitment process and will be valid for up to 18 months. The talent pool may be used to fill future ongoing or temporary vacancies of the same or similar role.
Closing Date: 10am, Monday 27th July 2026
Careers at Department of Customer Service
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