Cyber Security Technical Specialists

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time
LOCATION - ACT; NSW; VIC
AFP BAND & SALARY - Technical Specialist - Band 1 ($127,565.00 - $145,389.00) | Technical Specialist - Band 2 ($147,369.00 - $164,728.00) | Technical Specialist - Band 3 ($172,999.00 - $191,044.00) | Technical Specialst - Band 4 ($196,298.00 - $214,356.00)
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 15352
This advertisement is to create a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.
Did you know?
The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.
Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.
We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:
Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
4 extra days of mandatory rest leave per year
18 days of paid personal leave per year
Generous superannuation of 15.4%
18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 11 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child’s date of birth or placement
Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
Health & wellbeing services - with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
What is the role?
The CIO Command comprises of four branches; Technology Strategy and Data, Enterprise and Policing Systems, Chief Technology Officer and Cyber Security and Risk. The Cyber Security and Risk branch currently has the following vacancies:
Adversary Emulation Specialist
Cyber Security Architect
Cyber Risk and Certification Analyst
Cyber Security Systems Specialist
Although specific skill sets for the above positions are required, the process may also be used to create a merit pool for future opportunities in the branch.
Technical Specialists provide expert consultancy within their area of specialism. They develop and promote technical solutions which support the business requirements of the AFP, within their area of expertise. As a member of Cyber Security and Risk branch you will ensure the achievement of outcomes are in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. A Technical Specialist role does not hold any leadership or financial delegation. We strongly believe in investing in our employees training and development opportunities and will support you to develop your technical capabilities.
What will you do?
**As an Adversary Emulation Specialist you will**:
Plan, coordinate and lead enterprise complex penetration testing and adversary emulation activities in both domestic and international settings
Ensure appropriate standards (industry, national and international) and regulatory requirements are met during engagements
Provide expert advice and reporting on cyber security vulnerabilities in the AFP environment
Build and maintain key relationships and professional networks with internal and external partners and stakeholders
Develop and conduct briefings on technical cyber security matters to technical and non-technical audiences
Drive improvements and decision-making on frameworks, tooling, methods and techniques used in Adversary Emulation and Red-Team Operations.
**As a Cyber Security Architect you will**:
Design optimal security solutions for large and complex transformation programs
Provide guidance to project teams and system owners to achieve necessary endorsement and approvals
Provide expert cyber technical security advice to other AFP business units
Build and sustain strong relationships with a range of stakeholders including other teams, peers and colleagues across AFP and other organisations
Ensure that appropriate action is taken to anticipate, communicate, investigate and resolve problems in systems and services
**As a Cyber Risk and Certification Analyst you will**:
Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and develop system security plans in alignment with the ISM and PSPF.
Perform certification and accreditation activities for government systems, ensuring compliance with agency requirements.
Analyse vulnerabilities, threats, and security controls to determine residual risk against protective security obligations.
Develop and maintain accreditation documentation, including risk assessments, security plans, and compliance evidence.
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