1 Lead Cyber Operations Security Expert
Tender Overview
About this tender
This Tender is invited by the Issuer. Overview The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is seeking 1 x EL1 Cyber Operations Security Expert to join the Cyber Security Operations team. The Role Undertake technical cyber security activities under the leadership of the Director of Cyber Security Operations Support and contribute to the protection of the Agency's systems, users, and data Help ensure NDIA has the capability to build and protect cyber-resilient information technology platforms in support of strategic objectives Role Requirements Demonstrated technical competency in cloud security (Azure/AWS) Demonstrated technical competency in endpoint and network security Demonstrated technical competency in threat intelligence and hunting Demonstrated technical competency in data loss prevention Demonstrated technical competency in vulnerability management Demonstrated technical competency in incident response Eligibility NDIA seeks Labour Hire Workers who are Australian citizens only Successful candidates will be required to furnish valid evidence of citizenship during the Pre-engagement Check Labour hire licences are required in the state that specified personnel are being contracted, applicable for ACT, VIC and QLD Tender Briefing A supplier briefing will be held for this role on 9 September 2026. Meeting details will be posted in the "Q&A" section of the RFQ for invited Sellers only. Instructions to Tenderers The proposed rate should reflect the candidate's skills and experience against the Evaluation Criteria. Candidates that do not demonstrate these criteria will not be assessed. Candidates should be aware that rates may be negotiated further as part of the selection process.
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