About the Company
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading technology company that has secured a significant contract within the Australian Defence sector. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and dedicated team focused on safeguarding critical information systems and digital assets. We are seeking one more passionate and skilled Cyber Security professionals across CyberSecurity Assurance who are Canberra based and can work full time hours after successfully recruiting another individual recently due to a growing team. 

The Roles: 2 x Cyber Security Assurance Specialists

Are you an experienced Cyber Security Assurance professional with a PV (Positive Vetting) clearance looking for a challenging role in Canberra? We are recruiting for a key client seeking one more dedicated specialist to oversee the compliance and security posture of their classified IT systems.

As the appointed Cybersecurity Assurance Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring assigned classified IT systems comply with Government accreditation frameworks.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Overseeing the compliance and technical security posture of classified IT systems/networks.
• Supporting the establishment and sustainment of IT system security authorisation.
• Maintaining system security documentation, operating procedures, and registers.
• Managing security vulnerability assessment and risk management.
• Overseeing system security monitoring, auditing, and incident reporting/investigation.
• Providing specialist advice on cyber security and security accreditation.
• Acting as Deputy Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) as delegated.

What You'll Bring

To be successful, you must be an Australian Citizen with an active Positive Vetting (PV) Defence Security Clearance and possess the following:

• AGSVA Clearance Level: PV (Positive Vetting).
• 6+ years of relevant technical experience in system administration and cyber security.
• Sound knowledge of IT system accreditation processes & frameworks, including the Defence Industry Security Program (DISP), Defence Security Policy Framework (DSPF), Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM), and NIST-aligned Cybersecurity frameworks.
• Experience with Cybersecurity Incident Response Planning and Risk Management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) and/or relevant industry certifications.

Important Requirements

• You must be an Australian Citizen.
• You must have positive vetting. It is worth noting no NV2 cleared candidates can be accepted as the transition process into a Positive Vetting will take a further 1 and half years and our clients needs Cyber Assurance Specialists ASAP.
• You must be Canberra based or intending to move there in the short term. 

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to take on a critical role within a dynamic infrastructure and services department, reporting to the Head of IT. You will be instrumental in maintaining the security integrity of classified systems and engaging with key internal and external stakeholders, including Authorising Officials and relevant Government agencies (e.g., ACSC).

If you meet the security positive vetting clearance and experience requirements, please submit your application. 
How to Apply
If you are a driven and experienced professional looking to make a significant impact in the defence sector, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Candidates from all backgrounds are welcome to apply as long as you meet the Australian Citizenship and defence clearance requirements.

Thanks, Kevin Gonzalez, Principal IT Consultant, Data, AI and Cyber (kgonzalez@siriustechnology.com.au)