Cyber Consultant

The role

As a Cyber Consultant you will utilise your knowledge experience and stakeholder management skills to deliver Cyber Security and Risk Professional Services projects and tasks.

You will perform a key role in the cyber function by conducting risk assessments implementing controls and ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory and contractual requirements. This role requires independent execution of tasks and direct engagement with business stakeholders.

Further the successful candidate will:

• You will provide expert information and cyber security advice and services to support the Engineering Services & Sustainment Teams.
• Delivery of high-quality information and cyber security consulting and advisory services for our clients to deliver successful outcomes.
• Performing security risk management processes maturity assessments and gap analyses to establish Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) aligned with relevant industry standards
• Supporting and defining Saabs internal project activities to help protect and improve Saabs information security posture and competitive advantage.
• Identifying developing and maintaining cooperative and collaborative working relationships with key partners stakeholders vendors manufacturers and clients through successful engagements industry events and marketing.
• Providing specialist information security advice to Saabs business units during tenders and projects.

Taking a lead role in engagements with Saab Australias existing and future clients both external and internal to Saab across our service delivery portfolio including:

• Information and Cyber Security Governance Risk Management and Compliance (GRC)
• Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Security Panning Architecture and Design
• Security Architecture Design Review and Assurance Activities Across Cloud Environments
• Information and Cyber Security Management
• Technical Security Assessments and Testing
• Security Culture and Awareness

About you

• Degree in Cybersecurity Information Technology Risk Management or related field.
• Experience in developing implementing operating and integrating Information Security Management Systems aligned with best-practice security frameworks policies and standards.
• Thorough knowledge and well-developed understanding of the Information Security Manual (ISM) Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) ISO 27001 Information Security Management Systems.
• Sound working knowledge and experience in the end-to-end security project life cycle defining security requirements high level architecture detailed design & implementation
• Sound understanding of assessment and authorisation processes security auditing and assessment and assurance activities such as IRAP Assessments.
• Understanding of certification and accreditation processes and independent security audit assessment and assurance activities.
• Broad knowledge and experience across various information security domains and technologies with industry certifications including: CISSP CISA CISM CRISC and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Auditor.

As a defence security clearance is required for this role applicants will be required to hold an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level or have the ability to gain one. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes including ITAR.

About us

Saab Australia is a defence security and cyber solutions provider specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 35 years in Australia we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of todays challenges.

From combat communications security and underwater systems to mixed reality cyber security and deployable health solutions our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose!

What you will be part of

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges create smart inventions and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds brave pioneers and everyone in between. Together we achieve the extraordinary each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26000 talented people Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics weapons command and control sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here

Culture and benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.

By joining Saab youll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. Youll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace while having the opportunity to develop a long-term fulfilling career.

As a valued team member of Saab Australia youll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

• 6 weeks paid leave each year
• 14% superannuation
• Free Income Protection Insurance
• Flexible working options
• Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
• Access to MySaab - our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners

For further information about a career at Saab visit the page adjacent: Apply to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Note: This role is subject to an extended advertising period and shortlisted candidates will be contacted from 12January 2026.

By submitting an application to Saab you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including but not limited to: reference checks Australian Federal Police check verification of working rights and qualifications sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice that welcomes the interest of ex-service members veterans and their families.