Security Officer

At BAE Systems Australia
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We work in a thriving sector - one 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 and ground breaking technology. As a team, Security contribute to the overall success of our business. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY
We currently have an opportunity for a Security Officer to join our team based at our Melbourne Central Offices. This role will support the protective security outcomes as required under the Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) and internal security policies. We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and/or hybrid working where suitable.

**Responsibilities**:
As a security professional, Security Officer (SO) you will support both Company and Defence Program level security requirements contributing to protective security of our people, information and assets in support of BAE Systems Australia and Defence capabilities.
The Security Officer will perform the role and duties of an assigned SO for Protective Security as defined in the Defence Security Policy Framework (DSPF).

**Key responsibilities include**:

- Develop and implement security policies and plans in accordance with the Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF) and Defence Industry Security Program (DISP).
- Maintaining operational security and accreditations across defence classified work areas.
- Managing Security Incident responses by investigating and formulating mitigating and remediation actions.
- Conducting security risk assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and developing risk treatment plans to address security threat and risk and ensure compliance.
- Supporting security related emergency response functions, roles and responsibilities in accordance with local Emergency Response Plans.
- Actively monitor, manage and influence the ongoing suitability of sponsored security cleared personnel including their security attitudes and behaviours.
- Capability to coordinate minor projects from a security standpoint and ensuring security guidance and implementation align with ASIO T4 Technical Notes.
- Ability to develop and deliver training and awareness sessions in support of building a positive security culture.
- Generate and distribute security reports to both internal and external stakeholders.

About YOU
- Australian citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a NV2 Defence Security Clearance (essential).
- High level of communication skills to adapt a communication.
- Ability to build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong experience in all Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Sound knowledge of Physical, Personnel and Information Security.
- Good understanding of working with the Defence Industry Principles Framework (DISP) policy.
- Previous security experience in a Defence or industry related environment.
- Defence Security Officer Course (desirable).
- COMSEC Custodian course (desirable).
- Security Risk Management Course.
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline (desirable).

About US
You will 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 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 squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant

Clearances
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.