Security Lead
- Shenton Park Location
- NFP Salary packaging – rent, mortgage, bills and more!
- Full Time Role
About the Role
Our Security team, based in Shenton Park, protects the organisation through proactive cyber security oversight, including threat detection, incident response, and continuous improvement of our security posture. Reporting to the Chief Information and Technology Officer, this role leads security operations, oversees escalated incidents and risks, enhances governance and user-facing security practices, and ensures the delivery of consistent, high-quality security services.
About You
We are looking for a trusted and authoritative security leader with the ability to translate complex cyber risks into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Known for your analytical thinking and attention to detail, you lead security initiatives with precision and accountability. Collaborative and proactive, you build strong relationships across the organisation, respond effectively to emerging threats, and remain adaptable in a dynamic risk environment, ensuring robust, consistent, and high-quality security outcomes.
- In this role, you will ideally have:
- At least 5 years’ experience in cyber security, with leadership exposure.
- Lead security incidents through identification, containment, and recovery.
- Manage security controls across Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and enterprise systems.
- Oversee identity and access management aligned to least privilege and zero trust.
- Monitor threats and vulnerabilities, prioritising risk-based remediation.
- Maintain visibility of security tools, assets, and compliance requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement of security processes and awareness.
To join our team you will be required to complete required clearances including a National Police Clearance.
Benefits
There are many benefits to working at the Association. Here are just a few:
- Collaboration: Work in a collaborative team where everyone's ideas are valued, and success is achieved together
- Positive Impact: Your role will help individuals live their best, most fulfilling life
- Financial benefits: Save on everyday expenses with unique access to discounts with Westpac, Medibank, and other major brands and retailers
- Salary packaging: Up to $15,900 per annum + up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment. Salary packaging allows you to pay for your expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out. Pay less tax, and your take home pay increases
- Fitness Passport: Heavily discounted access to multiple gyms, group fitness and aquatic facilities across Perth metropolitan area.
About Us
The Autism Association is one of Australia’s largest For-Purpose Specialist Autism Service Providers, providing a range of services to individuals of all ages. We are inspired every day to make a difference in the lives of people with Autism and are deeply committed to assisting them to achieve the life and opportunities they choose.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to upholding our values on equity, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and workplace culture – a place where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. We strive to make our roles and workplace accessible to people with disability and culturally appropriate to individuals of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait background.
Apply Now
To apply, click “Apply Now” below to upload your resume and cover letter. Applications close 24 July 2026, but please apply as soon as possible.
The Autism Association of WA is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children.
No agency referrals will be accepted at this time.
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