Security Governance Specialist

2 weeks ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia beBeeSecurity Full time $100,000 - $130,000
Job Overview

This role involves leading the delivery of secure, compliant and accredited systems on a Federal Government project. As Security Lead (Governance, Risk and Compliance), you will provide project support to ensure that security activities align with project timelines and business objectives.

Location: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders to align security activities with project schedules and business goals.
  • Develop and implement security controls, risk assessments, testing, and supporting artefacts.
  • Provide expert guidance on secure development practices, compliance requirements, and corporate security policies.
  • Support basic security configuration, monitoring, and educate system administrators on compliance responsibilities.
  • Lead the development and execution of Authorisation Plans, ensuring successful certification, accreditation, and handover to operational teams.
Required Skills and Qualifications

This role requires strong knowledge and practical experience with the Australian Government PSPF, ISM, and ATO security artefacts (e.g., SSP, SRMP, CMP, IRP). You should also have experience conducting or supporting security assessments, including IRAP and Authority to Operate processes.

Familiarity with public cloud environments (AWS/Azure) and enterprise network security is essential. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills are also required, with the ability to clearly advocate for and explain security and compliance requirements.

You should be able to assess, prioritise, and document security risks and decisions accurately throughout the assessment and authorisation process.

Benefits and Opportunities

As an equal opportunities organisation, we welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

Next Steps
  • To apply for this role, follow the links or visit our Careers page.
  • Recruitment process – 1-2 interviews (depending on seniority of role) and background checks.
  • Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements. In certain circumstances this can place limitations on persons who hold dual nationality, permanent residency or are former nationals of certain countries as per ITAR 126.1.
  • We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please contact our Careers team if you'd like to discuss any additional support during your application or throughout the recruitment process.

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