Digital Identity Consultant
Thales
Posted: May 5, 2026
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We're looking for a Digital Identity Consultant to join our team in Canberra, Australia.
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Job Description
At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.
Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.
From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.
OUR BENEFITS
In addition to interesting, engaging opportunities that impact at scale, and ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, Thales Cyber can offer you:
• Competitive remuneration structure
• Hybrid and flexible working options under the Thales Flex program
• Paid parental leave and family support through Parents at Work
• The day off on your birthday each year
• Novated Lease options
• Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner
ABOUT THALES
Thales delivers cybersecurity products and services that keep people and assets safe, giving organisations confidence in the security of their digital journeys. Our solutions are deployed in 148 countries, helping governments to maintain sovereignty, and organisations to preserve their strategic autonomy.
Thales is a global leader in cybersecurity - no.1 in data security - with 6,000+ experts and developers. We bring trust and resilience to key industries including finance, health, retail and manufacturing, as well as vital sectors such as aerospace, critical infrastructure, defence and space.
YOUR ROLE
As a Lead Digital Identity Consultant, you will lead the delivery of Digital Identity engagements while acting as a trusted advisor to clients.
You will be responsible for improving client security posture through the design and implementation of identity solutions, mentoring junior team members, and contributing to capability uplift across the practice.
You will also drive innovation, research, and new service development while supporting broader cyber engagements.
YOU’LL
• Lead delivery of Digital Identity engagements end-to-end
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients across IAM and cyber security domains
• Mentor and develop junior consultants and analysts
• Drive identity architecture and design across workforce and customer IAM
• Ensure alignment with frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and Essential Eight
• Contribute to research, innovation, and new service offerings
• Support recruitment and capability growth
• Deliver high-quality reporting and advisory outputs
• Build strong stakeholder relationships across client environments
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
• Experience in digital identity or cyber security (3+ years)
• Strong IAM knowledge across cloud and enterprise platforms
• Experience with AWS, Azure, GCP, Okta, Ping, etc.
• Strong consulting and stakeholder engagement capability
• Ability to articulate risk and business impact
• Leadership and mentoring capability
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Experience contributing to commercial and delivery outcomes
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY
After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and depending on the role type, medical checks as well.
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
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It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.
We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.
Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.