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  4. Chief Security Officer (CSO)

Chief Security Officer (CSO)

Role summary

The Chief Security Officer is responsible for leading the Cluster Security Unit, in addition to the responsibilities of a Security Adviser.

Entry route

Internal

Suitable for an individual from the Government Security Profession.

External

May be suitable for an individual who has worked as an industry Chief Security Officer.

Role expectations

  • Champion a positive security culture at a departmental and wider government level
  • Lead a Cluster Security Unit/Centre of Excellence, overseeing day-to-day service delivery and ensuring that the Cluster Security Unit/ Centre of Excellence has the skills and resources to meet agreed standards and service level agreements as required by security advisers in the departments and agencies
  • Define clear goals, strategic objectives, performance delivery outcomes and timelines for security in the Cluster Security Unit/Centre of Excellence

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