The Role

Air Defence and Space Systems Division has an exciting opportunity for an individual to fill the APS6 Cyber Governance Assurance Manager role within the Surveillance and Control Systems Program Office (S&CSPO) located at RAAF Base Williamtown near Newcastle (NSW).

The Cyber Governance Assurance Manager will be accountable for conducting security risk assessments and providing advice and guidance on the application and operation of procedural security controls to achieve outcomes that support and contribute to the S&CSPO mission to acquire and sustain effective air surveillance and control capability for Australia’s security.

This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Collective Agreement (DECA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer.

About our Team

The System Security Team is a small but influential team and serves as the focal point within S&CSPO for steering the Cyberworthiness Management Program. We are responsible for providing security guidance in the Air Traffic and Air Battlespace management space throughout the capability lifecycle of all systems the SPO is accountable for.

The team 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.

As an Australian Public Servant working in the Defence environment, you will have access to favourable working conditions. With a variety of flexible working options available, you will be assisted in balancing work life with family and other obligations. The Defence Enterprise Agreement contains information on the working conditions of Defence workers, including an excellent salary package with a generous superannuation contribution.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a candidate who has an interest in the security features and capabilities of current Defence and industry accepted hardware and software products. You will 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 must 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 a Defence information/system security environment

AND

• Hold a recognised professional certification (E.g. CISSP, ISO 27001 lead auditor, SANS 401, CompTIA Security+ or CISM)

The ideal candidate will hold an NV2 security clearance. Candidates holding NV1 must have a willingness to upgrade. You do not need to hold a security clearance to apply for this role. We are seeking a strong and confident communicator with Defence experience that can work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders to deliver diverse system security effects.

Our successful candidate should display:

• A good understanding of Defence Security Policy Framework (DSPF), and application of relevant security controls
• 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 used across Defence
• Experience with security risk management, including risk identification, and international trade restrictions related to Defence technologies.

Application Closing Date: Thursday 19 June 2025

For further information please review the job information pack, reference CASG/04401/25 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=1E7B3F49-4DE3-57CC-F112-E3D938D6E977