Grc Specialist

At **Downer Professional Services (DPS)**, we **are committed to delivering outcomes that put Australia’s interests first**. We work on complex and impactful Defence, government, and infrastructure projects that shape the future of our nation. Our people are at the core of our success, bringing expertise, innovation, and leadership to critical Defence programs.

Our Technical, Advisory, and Capability (TAC) practice and Team Downer serves as one of the Major Service Providers delivering consulting services and Integrated Work Packages across the Department of Defence, leveraging innovative approaches such as mission and digital engineering to enable the successful delivery of critical Defence programs. This includes engagement with key areas across Defence including Defence Digital Group (DDG), Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG), and the Navy, Army, and Air Force.

If you're interested in being connected with opportunities in the program, we’d love to hear from you. We are sourcing **GRC Security Specialists**with the following experience:

- ICT Security Certification and Accreditation
- Vulnerability assessments
- Research and analysis relating to ICT security.
- Collaboration with Defence ICT Security Authorities
- Development and/or improvement of processes, procedures, guidelines, standards and architectures.
- Development and build defect remediation of cyber toolsets
- Author, review, maintain and contribute to Solution Designs, Standard Operating Procedures, As-Built-As-Configured and other required documentation artefacts

If you’re driven to make a meaningful impact and interested in future opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Joining our talent community ensures you’ll be considered for permanent consulting roles with Downer Professional Services, supporting Defence and National Security projects across all service lines.

Our work is **highly complex and confidential**, applicants must be Australian citizens with a minimum NV1 / NV2 security clearance. Additionally, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may be necessary. In some cases, this may impose restrictions individuals who are dual citizens, permanent residency, or former nationality of specific countries as outlined in ITAR 126.1.
- Strong experience in governance, risk and compliance in Security within Defence, government, or professional services.
- Relevant qualifications or certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CRISC etc).
- Experience in Records management compliant networks.
- Strong understanding of cyber security frameworks and IT Controls
- Experience with GRC tools and risk register would be highly regarded.
- More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients. _

**Why join Downer Professional Services?**

At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace, we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests.
- **Be first in line for future opportunities -**By joining our talent network, you’ll receive priority consideration for upcoming roles that align with your skills and career goals, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve.
- **Work on projects that matter -**You’ll have the chance to contribute to career-defining projects that support Australia’s sovereign capability and national security, delivering real impact in Defence, government, and infrastructure.
- **Invest in your growth -**We believe in continuous learning. Whether it’s through structured career mapping, mentoring, training programs, or our Summer and Winter Schools for accelerated learning, we provide the resources to help you advance in your career.
- **Collaborate with Industry experts -**You’ll work alongside highly skilled professionals and leaders in a supportive and collaborative environment, where knowledge-sharing and professional development are at the core of what we do.
- **Strong veteran support & Inclusion Initiatives -**We actively support Defence veterans with policies including up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to help you transition while staying connected to service.

**Let’s connect**
- At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace—we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests._