Digital Security Adviser

You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll connect you to an amazing career.

Queensland Rail stands on the foundation of true connection, encompassing the relationships we foster within our teams and the communities we serve across the state. For over 150 years, we've been instrumental in linking people and places, and now we invite you to contribute to our proud legacy and shape a brighter, sustainable future.

Your Opportunity

Queensland Rail is seeking an experienced Digital Security Adviser to join the Information Security and Governance division in a permanent role. This is a key opportunity to help shape and strengthen Queensland Rail’s digital security posture across the enterprise

In this role, you will contribute to the development, uplift and implementation of Queensland Rail’s Digital Security Architecture Framework. You will perform comprehensive digital security assurance activities to ensure risks are identified, assessed and managed effectively, supporting the protection of critical systems, information and services.

You will work across both Digital Security Architecture and Security Assurance, contributing to a wide range of activities spanning strategic design through to practical risk assessment. As part of a small, collaborative team of approximately six specialists, distributed across architecture and assurance, this role offers strong exposure, shared accountability and the opportunity to influence outcomes across the full security lifecycle

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, implementation and continuous improvement of Queensland Rail’s digital security architecture, including frameworks, standards, policies, roadmaps and technical guardrails aligned to industry best practice.
• Execute in‑depth security assurance activities to assess and verify that digital security controls, mechanisms and processes are effectively designed and deployed in line with organisational and regulatory requirements.
• Lead phishing simulation campaigns and security awareness initiatives, analyse threat intelligence and emerging risks, and support the communication of critical vulnerabilities and security threats across the organisation.
• Contribute to the uplift of digital security capability by sharing technical insights, supporting the development of advanced security solutions, monitoring emerging technologies and recommending security enhancements.

Please view the position description here 

About you:

• Demonstrated experience working in a large, complex enterprise environment, with an understanding of governance, risk, and assurance within multi‑stakeholder organisations.
• Extensive knowledge of recognised security standards and frameworks, including CIS, ISO/IEC 27001, and the NIST Cyber Security Framework, with the ability to apply them pragmatically.
• Substantial experience in the design, assurance, and risk assessment of secure information systems, including conducting digital security threat and risk assessments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships, exercise sound independent judgement, and clearly communicate security risks and recommendations to both technical and business audiences.

Benefits that Count

All that Queensland Rail achieves each day relies on the hard work and talent of our teams. That’s why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best, including:

• Base salary $117,347+ 12.75% Superannuation
• Flexible working – 50/50 hybrid WFH
• Enjoy free travel to work and discounted rail travel
• QRI Lifestyle offers members access to over 2,000 exclusive discounts and services
• Prioritise your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing with our range of free services
• You and your family can get fit and have fun with access to over 380 gyms and pools with our Fitness Passport
• Eligible employees can receive up to 100% reimbursement for professional membership fees
• Shape your rewarding career with clear pathways, innovative projects and opportunities for growth and leadership

Sounds great! What’s next?

Please apply to Digital Security Adviser (11206) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Sunday 19th April 2026.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:

You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution – Click here for more information

External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing. The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, pre-employment health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.  

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences.  We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Kayley Gayton via the phone number or email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Kayley Gayton with your specific enquiry to kayley.gayton@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.