ICT Security Specialist

Join our Downer Professional Servicesteam and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australias future.

Downer Professional Services comprises of three business units our Technical Advisory and Capability consulting practice and Team Downer which partners with CASG and NSSG as a major service provider to Defence. Together we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for clients across Defence and National Security.

We currently have an opportunity for an ICT Security Specialistin Canberra to work on Land projects.

What Youll Do

This role offers a broad scope with key role responsibilities including:

• Cyber Security Governance & Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with system owners capability managers delivery managers and project/product managers to support governance risk and compliance activities.

• Security Strategy Development & Implementation: Support and mature the LC4S security strategy by authoring security plans procedures and templates aligned with Defence and ASD guidelines ensuring documentation remains current and effective.

• Guidance on Cyber Security Lifecycle: Provide expert advice to stakeholders on the Assessment & Authorisation (A&A) lifecycle sustainment and development processes and Defence Cyber Terrain threats to maintain cyber worthiness.

• Risk & Documentation Review: Work with directors and managers to review existing security plans identify gaps and weaknesses assess cyber threats and improve documentation for CSAA assessment and authorisation.

• Governance & Assurance Support: Contribute to PgMO governance by supporting reporting audits cyber assurance activities incident presentations and maintaining records in line with Defence requirements.

What Youll Bring

• Problem-Solving & Capability Delivery: Strong ability to solve complex problems manage issues independently and support delivery of technical operational and logistical requirements.

• Cyber Security & Technical Expertise: Demonstrated experience with systems/software security managing technical risk networking computers and operating systems supported by advanced technical writing skills.

• Collaboration & Communication: Highly effective communication skills with proven ability to work collaboratively across internal and external stakeholders.

• Qualifications & Defence Standards Knowledge: Industry certifications in cyber security/governance (e.g. CISSP CISM ISO27001 CRISC) with knowledge of DSPF and ACSC ISM frameworks; Defence ICT security or CSAA framework experience highly desirable.

• Security Strategy & Assurance Outcomes: Expected to mature LC4S security strategy author security documentation conduct cyber assurance assessments and maintain PgMO reporting and records to support Defence capability delivery.

Due to the nature of the work you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimumNegative Vetting 1or higher Security clearance as required by the some instances compliance withInternational Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)requirements may also be an inherent requirement.

More than anything youll bring a strong work ethic a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Why Downer Professional Services

At Downer Professional Services were not just a workplace - were a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the countrys only sovereign prime were committed to making a real difference in protecting Australias interests.

What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services

• Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.

• Professional development: Access career mapping accelerated learning programs and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.

• Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare retail vehicles and more through

• Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26000 people across Australia New Zealand and the Pacific our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives backgrounds and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

Were committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of allages genders sexual orientations cultures abilities and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry including women Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Māori and Pasifika Peoples veterans people with disability and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly with this role wed still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit apply - potential counts and so do you.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer we support flexibility that works for your life inclusive leadership that values your voice and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.