- $91,702 - $104,753 + 15% BDCP + up to 15.4% Superannuation
- Williamtown - NSW
The Role
Air Defence and Space Systems Division has an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to fill the APS6 ICT Security Specialist role within the Cyber Team at Surveillance and Control Systems Program Office (S&CSPO) located at RAAF Base Williamtown near Newcastle (NSW).
The ICT Security Specialist will play a key role that focuses on cyber security within S&CSPO. You will be accountable to perform complex information security work that will include security risk assessments and providing advice and guidance on the application and operation of procedural security controls. The outcomes will support and contribute to the S&CSPO mission to acquire and sustain effective air surveillance and control capability for Australia’s security.
About our Team
The Cyber System Security Team is a small but influential team and serves as the focal point within S&CSPO for steering the Cyberworthiness Management Program. You will be part of a team that are responsible for providing security guidance in the Air Traffic and Air Battlespace Management across the Australian Defence Force.
Join a team that collaborates with specialists from many disciplines within the Australian Defence Force, Australian Public Service, Major Service Providers and Industry to better understand, shape and improve warfighting capabilities across the Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group and Air Force.
Our Ideal Candidate
You will have experience and knowledge of the security features and capabilities of industry accepted hardware and software products. You will demonstrate initiative as you work within the team to deliver considered and well-informed advice to stakeholders, establishing trust and credibility. You will value professional development and be eager to learn new abilities outside of your comfort zone, as well as the drive to consistently improve your skill sets so that you can provide solutions and support as capability matures.
Candidates should have:
- Minimum related Bachelor’s degree in related field such as computer science, information technology, systems or software engineering with a major in system security or equivalent; or
- 5+ years’ experience working within the information/system security environment
- Hold a recognised professional certification (E.g. CISSP, ISO 27001 lead auditor, SANS 401, Comp TIA Security+ or CISM)
You will be required to hold an NV2 security clearance. Candidates holding NV1 must have a willingness to upgrade. We are seeking a strong and confident communicator that can work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders to deliver diverse system security effects. You will display:
- A good understanding of and compliance with legislative frameworks, government decision making and policy requirements.
- Strong written and oral communication skills to relay complex information effectively and coordinate with a broad range of stakeholders.
- Stakeholder engagement and time management skills with a focus on competing priorities.
- Well-developed planning and problem solving skills and able to apply sound judgement.
- A working knowledge of networks, systems and data links.
- Experience with security risk management, including risk identification, and international trade restrictions.