GRC Specialist

2 weeks ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Compas Pty Ltd Full time $100,000 - $150,000 per year

Senior GRC Specialist – Cloud IRAP & Security Uplift

Help steer a high-profile sensitive cloud-based Internet gateway through IRAP assessment for a major national security-focused Federal Government agency. In this long-term GRC role, you'll shape security documentation, identify and prioritise non-compliance, work closely with technical teams and independent IRAP assessors, and support additional systems through ASD/authorisation processes – all from Canberra, with some flexibility to work off-site.

Location

Canberra, ACT – Secure govt facilities with flexible off-site work

Contract Details

  • Contract Duration: 12 months + 2 x 12-month extensions
  • Security Clearance Requirement: Must hold a current NV1 clearance.

Essential Tasks

  • Support the system owner and manager to define system boundaries for IRAP assessment of an OFFICIAL: Sensitive cloud-based Internet gateway.
  • Identify areas of security non-compliance, provide risk-based remediation input and help prioritise uplift activities.
  • Develop and maintain ICT security documentation required for IRAP, including plans, risk assessments and supporting artefacts.
  • Liaise with independent IRAP assessors and internal ICT security/sustainment teams to ensure effective documentation delivery and knowledge transfer.

Key Criteria

  • Proven experience in ICT Security Governance, Risk and Compliance within complex or high-security government environments.
  • Demonstrated experience preparing systems for IRAP assessment, including boundary definition, control assessment and documentation.
  • Solid understanding of Australian Government security frameworks (e.g. ISM, PSPF) and ASD/Defence-style authorisation processes.
  • SFIA Level 5 capability: able to work under broad direction, lead stakeholder engagement, and communicate complex security issues clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

How to Apply

Does this role sound perfect for you? If so, to register your interest in this role, please either contact Liam Murphy or the Compas Team on and send through your CV by following the link below.

About Compas:

Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE

Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current NV1 clearance



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