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A bit about your role
The Principal Network Security Strategic GRC role leads Line 1 cyber security governance, risk, and compliance activities, ensuring alignment with TSRMP and SOCI obligations across the Active Network function. As a senior subject matter expert, the role provides strategic guidance, maintains operational discipline, uplifts documentation and reporting maturity, and oversees the full lifecycle of compliance audits while escalating material risks to senior leadership.
The role works closely with stakeholders across legal, procurement, engineering, security groups, suppliers, and delivery teams to maintain alignment on security objectives, ensure effective risk escalation, and deliver transparent compliance reporting. It also drives capability uplift by mentoring Network Security professionals and fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence to support ongoing regulatory and operational requirements
A bit about you
We are seeking an experienced cyber security professional with expertise in governance, risk, and compliance across largescale or highly regulated environments. You will bring proven capability in delivering complex GRC initiatives, driving transformation programs, enhancing frameworks and controls, and providing clear, informed advice to senior leaders. Your background should reflect strong analytical skills, broad exposure to technology and security domains, and the ability to translate organisational direction into practical governance and compliance outcomes.
This role requires advanced proficiency in risk management, compliance, security assurance, and technology delivery lifecycles. You will excel at engaging and influencing diverse stakeholders, articulating complex concepts with clarity, and navigating issues within structured operating models. Strong commercial acumen, disciplined planning, and leadership presence are essential, as is a track record of coordinating multiple priorities and delivering strategically aligned outcomes. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about driving continuous improvement in cyber security governance, we want to hear from you
Life at nbn
To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.
A more inclusive working world
nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women, and their Employer of Choice for 2025.
Equal Opportunities for All
We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing recruitment@nbnco.com.au or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at +61 2 8918 9990. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.
Where to from here?
If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.
Please note that this role is a permanent opportunity and applications will close at midnight 12th March 2026
To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.