CSI-IPT Cybersecurity Specialist

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CSI-IPT Cybersecurity SpecialistApply locations Adelaide - 21 Third Avenue Melbourne - Building C1, 192 Burwood Road time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: September 8, 2025 (21 days left to apply) job requisition id REQ_36047The opportunity

Saab Australia is an industry participant in the Combat Systems Integration – Integrated Project Team (CSI-IPT) Collaboration Agreement (CSI-IPT CCA). The CSI-IPT CCA forms a collaborative enterprise organisation to execute scopes of work across Hobart Class Destroyer (SEA4000 Phase 6 and other related Destroyer Capability Enhancement (DCE) upgrades) and the Hunter Class Frigates (HCFs - SEA5000 Phase 1). This will see independently executed programs such as SEA4000 Phase 6 and SEA5000 Phase 1 brought under one umbrella enterprise organisation, the CSI-IPT.

The CSI-IPT will be built up with personnel from three industry participants and the Commonwealth of Australia (CoA) to form a collaborative team working across multiple programs to leverage synergies between platforms.

The role

The Cybersecurity Team provides expert advice, guidance and analysis relating to engineering changes that will be installed on the in-service Hobart Class DDG within the RAN fleet. This will involve contributing to architecture development and design coordination activities, including the conduct of technical investigations, performing risk assessments, and identifying opportunities for programmatic efficiencies across different phases of the engineering lifecycle.

Working under the direction of the Cybersecurity Lead, the Cybersecurity Specialist will support the Cybersecurity team in providing expert advice, guidance and analysis relating to engineering change proposals for assigned system changes.

Further, the successful candidate will:

• Integrate cyberworthiness considerations into the engineering effort for systems, subsystems and networks
• Contribute to ICT, Emanation or Physical security certification and accreditation activities throughout the engineering lifecycle
• Assess and mitigate system security threats/risks throughout the program life cycle
• Identify, define, and analyse system security requirements
• Plan and conduct security test and evaluation activities
• Prepare and develop security documentation to support system authorisation.
• Review system, subsystem and component design artefacts
• Liaise with Australian defence security authorities
• Produce/maintain security documentation to support achieving ICT, Emanation and Physical Security accreditation of the systems and networks.

Working from either Adelaide or Melbourne, flexible work arrangements, such as hybrid work from home / office and 9 day fortnight, will be considered for this role.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• The systems engineering lifecycle and methodologies
• Reviewing, interpreting and implementing the Information Security Manual or NIST SP 800 53 controls
• Interpreting security requirements, analysing and recommending security measures and policies
• Designing and implementing ICT security policies
• Using security information and event management tools and analytics
• Evaluating ICT infrastructure (hardware/software) configurations for security vulnerabilities
• Strong technical documentation
• Understanding of security responsibilities and application
• Working in defence or critical infrastructure
• Sound working knowledge of current cyber security risks and experience implementing security solutions
• Implementing multi-factor authentication, single sign-on, identity management or related technologies
• Overseeing security testing and make recommendations to improve, liaise and schedule external parties to validate as appropriate
• Ability to engage with a broad range of stakeholders to influence and enforce security measure
• Problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure
• A thorough understanding of the Australian Government security accreditation/authorisation process.

As a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold an Australian Defence Security Clearance to baseline or ideally NV1. 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 30 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 today's 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

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, you'll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You'll 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, you'll 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: https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life

Applications

Click '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.

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.

About Us

At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge – to make the world a safer place.

Saab is a global defense and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defense, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number approximately 22,000 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one-fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person's needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, or disability status.

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