CyberCX Academy | Paid

About the Role Training the next generation of cyber security experts Applications for the next CyberCX Academy are now open. Applications will close at 5:00pm (AEST) on Wednesday, 15 April 2026. Life changing work in cyber security is waiting for you Malicious cyber activity is a threat to Australia’s people, businesses, and way of life. Our best line of defence is our people. But Australia has a critical workforce shortage in cyber security professionals. That’s why we created the CyberCX Academy, an industry-leading program to recruit and train entry-level cyber security professionals into CyberCX. The CyberCX Academy is a paid, ongoing full-time employment opportunity designed to launch your career in cyber security. The first six months are spent in training, after which you will transfer into a specialist position in the company. No prior experience is necessary. If you want to embark on a rewarding, meaningful career, then you’re in the right place. The CyberCX Academy launched in July 2022 and has already trained more than 360 CyberCX Academy Associates who work in our offices across the Australian cities of Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, Hobart, Adelaide and Perth, and in the New Zealand cities of Christchurch, Auckland and Wellington. Whether you’re just finishing studies or looking for a mid-career transition, apply today to learn, grow, and excel in a supportive environment. You could be part of the change the industry, and our country, needs. Hear from our Associates share their experience in the CyberCX Academy program. Join the community of more than 360 CyberCX Academy Associates and build an exciting cyber security career! What is the CyberCX Academy? The CyberCX Academy is a six-month program. It consists of a four-week cyber security fundamentals course, 10 weeks of practice specific training and 12 weeks of experiential learning (supervised hands-on experience). The program is full time and pays a competitive salary. The CyberCX Academy provides a pathway for anybody seeking a career in cyber security – from university and TAFE graduates, to school leavers, as well as people seeking a career change or re-entering the workforce. CyberCX Academy placements all come with an ongoing employment contract. At the conclusion of the program you will move into a position within the broader company based on your area of specialisation. The CyberCX Academy offers two pathways Consulting For the people who thrive on client-facing relationships, tech talk and advice You will be working with our clients to identify their security needs and provide advice on cyber best practices. Your advice will help protect organisations from cyber threats and empower them to thrive in a changing world. Consulting practices: Strategy and Consulting Governance, Risk and Compliance Cyber Capability, Education and Training Cyber Intelligence Cloud Security and Solutions Technical For those who want to get their fingers dirty in code and tech tools You might be developing and implementing security solutions, or our could be testing solutions, monitoring client systems, providing advice on system vulnerabilities or investigating real cyber incidents. Technical practices: Managed Security Services Identity and Access Management Security Testing and Assurance Cloud Security and Solutions Cyber Intelligence Digital Forensics and Incident Response Network and Infrastructure Solutions Who are we looking for? You don’t need to be a cyber expert, we’re on the lookout for people who want to learn and grow in a constantly evolving industry that’s combating criminal activity. We’re more interested in who you are and where you want to take your career. If you’re new to this world, we’ll teach you everything you need to know on the go. If you have qualifications in Cyber Security, Network Engineering and Computer Science, you might be a great fit, or those who have previously studied Law, Arts and Commerce. But you don’t need to have a degree or formal qualifications – we value experience in all its forms and take it into consideration during the recruitment process.