Work That MattersLeidos Australia delivers IT and airborne solutions that protect and advance the Australian way of life. Our 2000 local experts backed by our global experience and network of partners are working to solve the worlds toughest challenges in government intelligence defence aviation border protection and health markets.
Your New Role and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Matrix Security Lead responsibilities include:
- Design and maintain secure architecture frameworks across cloud infrastructure and applications ensuring alignment with business and security needs.
- Lead and support GRC activities including policy creation risk assessments and audits aligned with standards like ISO 27001 NIST CPS 234 ISM PSPF and DSPF.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define and deliver tailored security controls risk assessments and testing strategies.
- Develop comprehensive accreditation plans and author key security documents such as SSP SRMP IRP CMP and BIL for assigned projects.
- Architect and manage security tools (e.g. SIEM IAM) support secure development practices and participate in incident response threat detection and vulnerability management.
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven background in cybersecurity roles covering architecture GRC and engineering functions.
- Strong knowledge of security technologies (e.g. firewalls SIEM IAM) cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and secure network design.
- Familiarity with threat modelling (e.g. MITRE ATT&CK) and regulatory frameworks like ISO 27001 NIST CPS 234 GDPR PSPF ISM and DSPF.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP CISM CRISC SABSA or AWS/Azure Security Specialty (IRAP not required).
- Current experience with Australian Government security frameworks (PSPF ISM) is essential; DSPF experience is preferred.
Dont worry if you dont tick all the boxes if you meet most of them we encourage you to submit your application. Were most interested in your strengths what you want to learn and how far you want to go.
Diverse Team Members Shared Values and a Common Purpose
Providing our customers with smarter solutions takes an incredible team with diversity of thought experience and perspectives driving innovation. Inclusion is at the heart of our culture and is one of our core values. Its about creating a workplace where everyone can do important work feels welcome valued and respected and has equal access to opportunities to thrive. Paul Chase Chief Executive Leidos Australia.
Leidos Australia is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders culturally and linguistically diverse people people with disabilities veterans neurodiverse people and people of all genders sexualities and age groups.
Our five Advocacy Groups (Women and Allies NetworkYoung Professionals Defence & Emergency Services Action for Accessibility and Abilities and Pride) provide an opportunity for team members to connect and collaborate on shared interests and work to support and celebrate our diverse community.
Next Steps
- To apply for this role follow the links or apply via our Careers page.
- Recruitment process - 1 virtual interview and/or 1 face-to-face & background checks.
- Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) certain circumstances this can place limitations on persons who hold dual nationality permanent residency or are former nationals of certain countries as per ITAR 126.1.
- We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please get in touch with our Careers team if youd like to discuss any additional support during your application or throughout the recruitment process.
Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.
Were the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We dont wear capes (theyre a safety hazard) but we do solve high-stakes problems with code caffeine and a healthy disregard for how its always been done.
Original Posting:
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.