Cyber Security Engineer

5 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Tenacity CX Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

On behalf of my clients who operate in the Australian Defence sector I am currently looking for:

1 X Cyber Security Engineer / Technical Systems Engineer and

1 X Cyber Security Architect.

Both roles are being offered as long term day rate contracts and require that candidates hold a minimum of NV1 Australian security clearance and are based in (or willing to relocate to) Canberra.

Role Descriptions:

Position 1 - Cyber Security Engineer:

As the Cyber Security Engineer, you will be required to complete deliverables in accordance with current Defence cyber worthiness requirements, as amended from time to time, including but not limited to:

  • Compliance with current cyber worthiness policies and guidance including ISO27001, Defence Security Principles Framework, Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and the Information Security Manual;
  • Preparation of key project Cyber worthiness documentation including:
  • Statement of Applicability (SOA) - SSP Annex A;
  • System Security Plan (SSP)
  • System Overview Document (SOD)
  • Security Risk Management Plan (SRMP)
  • Incident Response Plan
  • Continuous Monitoring Plan

In addition to the above key documents, other deliverables may include, but are not limited to:

  • System Risk Score
  • Business Continuity Plan
  • Disaster Recovery Plan
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Design and architecture documentation
  • Security framework
  • Provide ongoing cyber worthiness advice to project teams on an as required ongoing basis.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • At least 8 + years' experience gained in a similar role within the Defence industry.
  • Proven experience with reviewing and producing cyber security documentation.
  • Well versed with ISO27991, PSPF and the Information Security Manual.
  • NV1 or above clearance (please that we cannot consider candidates that do not have this.
  • Be based in Canberra or be willing to relocate at your own cost.

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Position 2 :

As the Cyber Security Architect, you will be working closely with the Cyber Security Manager and Product Manager for the successful development and delivery of a cyber security architecture and supporting documentation.

The role also involves substantial interaction with, and coordination of, ongoing consultation, engagement, and expectation management across:

  • The Department of Defence
  • Chief Information Officer Group (CIOG)
  • CIOG security functions including security architecture and Certification and Accreditation authorities

Essential Requirements:

  • Demonstrated experience working as a Security Specialist/Architect inside complex and large-scale ICT projects/programs
  • Demonstrated experience working as a Security Specialist/Architect in a technical capacity with a thorough understanding of the technology stack
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience implementing ICT and Cyber Security policies, frameworks, and industry standards, including but not limited to:
  • Protective Security Principles Framework (PSPF)
  • Information Security Manual (ISM)
  • Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF)
  • NIST SP-800 series
  • ISO 27000 series
  • Highly developed technical writing skills
  • Highly self-motivated and able to work under broad direction to achieve directed outcomes
  • Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with Defence and Defence Industry stakeholders
  • NV1 or above clearance is MANDATORY.
  • Candidates must be based in Canberra or be willing to relocate to Canberra (at your own cost).

Highly Desirable:

  • Familiarity with Defence cyber-worthiness concepts
  • Familiarity and experience using architecture frameworks and notation methods (e.g. DODAF, TOGAF, SABSA, UAF)
  • Experience working in the Australian Department of Defence in a Technical, ICT, and Cyber Security role
  • Familiarity with the One Defence Capability System

If you have the aforementioned skills / capabilities and would like to be considered / learn more about either of these roles please APPLY now with a copy of your updated resume or reach out directly to



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