Cyber Security Assessor

Locations: Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, or Brisbane

Security Clearance: AGSVA NV1 minimum (Negative Vetting Level 1)

Work Environment: No personal electronic devices permitted on site

About the Role

Willyama Services is seeking skilled and security-cleared Cyber Security Assessors and Assessor & Auditors to support cyber assessments, audit activities, and maturity uplift initiatives across secure Defence-related environments.

In this role, you'll work closely with Defence and government organisations to help them meet their cyber security obligations, strengthen control frameworks, and maintain a strong security posture. You will contribute to improving governance, assurance, and compliance outcomes in some of Australia's most sensitive environments.

Work Locations & On-Site Requirements

• Canberra-based roles: Require on-site attendance 5 days per week at a secure, Defence-approved facility.
• Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, or Brisbane: Require on-site attendance 3 days per week, with flexible remote work for the remaining 2 days.

Key Responsibilities (All Levels)

• Conduct cyber security assessments and/or audits of systems, policies, and controls
• Review and analyse security documentation, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend remediation
• Prepare audit findings and technical reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Support cyber security maturity uplift projects and compliance initiatives
• Engage with stakeholders to improve governance and assurance practices

Role Levels

Cyber Security Assessor

An intermediate-level position suited to professionals with solid audit or assessment experience looking to grow in secure or regulated environments.

Key Duties:

• Conduct technical and policy-based risk assessments across ICT environments
• Identify security gaps, assess maturity levels, and prepare reports
• Provide cyber advisory services and support remediation projects

You Bring:

• Experience with cyber assessments or audits in government or critical infrastructure
• Familiarity with ACSC Essential Eight, ISO27001, NIST
• Strong stakeholder engagement and technical writing skills

Senior Cyber Security Assessor / Auditor

A senior-level role suited for professionals with leadership experience delivering large-scale audits and managing complex cyber security assessments.

Key Duties:

• Lead cyber audits across multiple domains and business units
• Provide strategic security advice to technical and non-technical audiences
• Develop audit frameworks and drive continuous improvement
• Present findings to executive stakeholders and lead risk mitigation initiatives

You Bring:

• Extensive experience with cyber security assessments in secure or regulated environments
• Deep knowledge of risk, assurance, and governance frameworks
• Leadership capabilities in audit planning and team coordination
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent highly desirable

Mandatory Requirements

• Australian Citizenship
• Current NV1 security clearance
• Ability to attend on-site at a secure Defence facility as required (3 or 5 days/week based on location)
• Willingness to work in a no-device secure environment
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry experience

Highly Desirable

• Experience in Defence, government, or high-assurance sectors
• Familiarity with frameworks such as ACSC Essential Eight, NIST , ISO27001
• Experience with tools such as SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint security, vulnerability management
• Industry certifications including CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+, or equivalent

Why Join Willyama Services?

• Competitive salary and employee benefits
• Work with a leading Indigenous-owned cyber security consultancy
• Career development and training opportunities in secure government sectors
• Be part of initiatives that support Australia's national security
• Thrive in a supportive, values-driven culture: Opportunity, Trust, Courage, Lead

Apply Now

Whether you're an emerging cyber assessor or an experienced audit lead, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help strengthen Australia's most critical systems.

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