Senior Security Officer

SENIOR SECURITY OFFICER – At BAE Systems Australia

We work in a thriving sector that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative technology, including AUKUS. We have been selected by the Australian Government to jointly build the nation's conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines. Every role in our AUKUS team helps deliver essential sovereign capability for Australia.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture and our people who make it a great place to work.

We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Security Officer – based at our Flinders Street Offices, SA. The Senior Security Officer is responsible, under the direction of the Security Leads, for providing Commercial and Defence Security advice and education to all Business Operations within a nominated area and supporting other Security Officers (SO) nationally, in accordance with Company Security policies, procedures and guidelines.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and/or hybrid working.

• Ensure the practical application of the BAE Systems Australia Security and Defence Security practices and processes.
• Carry out security tasks and coordinate security services based on relevant policies, standards, procedures, legislation (Defence Industry Security Program – DISP) and best practice of the assigned work stream.
• Provide Security guidance and advice to CASG SPOs for specific programs.
• Provide Monthly reports to BAE Systems Australia Program Managers.
• Be the first point of contact for security advice and incident response.
• Develop and maintain Security Policies & Plans (SPP).

• Australian Citizen, eligible to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 2 Defence Security & ITAR clearance required (essential).
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Strong experience in all Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated experience in security and/or a Defence Industry role, including sound knowledge of the Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF), and the ability to inform and understand BAE Systems Australia's Company policy and procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate understanding and experience in relation to the implementation of security policy and process.
• Working knowledge of Cyber Security Policy and standards.

We believe in hiring for potential. We know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing. Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings. We know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place where we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you, whether that is a traditional career path or a squiggly one. There are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions. We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. We were awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R – Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.