Security Lead

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: AU-Top Secret (NV2)TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

We are Northrop Grumman Australia. Our 800 strong team is leveraging unparalleled global resources to deliver sovereign Defence capability aligned to the Government's priorities across Aeronautics, Mission Critical Systems, Space and Guided Weapons. As we build our business and our capabilities, we are also developing a reputation as a great place to work. Help us define what is possible for our nation and for your career.

Since 2001, Northrop Grumman has delivered Through-Life Support to the Royal Australian Air Force's 34 Squadron located at RAAF Fairbairn in Canberra. The high-performing Northrop Grumman SPA (Special Purpose Aircraft) team is comprised of approximately 50 staff who provide all levels of maintenance, training and logistics support to the fleet of two Boeing BBJ's and three Dassault Falcon 7X's Business Jets. 

Your Role

As the Security Lead for the Special Purpose Aircraft Program (SPA), you will manage the Operational Security obligations for the SPA program. Based a Springfield Lakes, you will be responsible for Physical, Information and Personnel security along with supporting the management of NGA Facilities at Fairbairn. You will also have accountabilities for:

• Managing security hardware, systems operation and maintenance to ensure it is fit for purpose
• Security planning, risk assessment and management
• Establish and maintain systems for reporting within NGA, the Australian Government and DoD as required by Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) membership
• Liaise with Defence contracted maintenance provider regarding building/hanger maintenance
• Ensure Facilities Operations includes planning and implementation to meet Security and EHS requirement

About You

As an experienced Security Officer, you have a deep understanding of fast moving and agile operations, the requirements around meeting the business operation needs and be able to work autonomously and flexibly to meet the needs. You will also have:

• Knowledge of DISP membership requirements for high security sites and programs.
• Understanding of operating within a complex legal and policy environment
• Experience in Delivering security services and implementing maturity improvement

What we Offer

Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues, and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.

• Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
• Purchased annual leave.
• Salary packaging including novated car leases.
• Generous paid parental leave
• Volunteer and enhanced Reservist Leave
• Health & Wellbeing program
• Employee Assistance Program

We're building a unique, values-driven and inclusive business. We have exciting plans, and everyone has a part to play. What's Your Possible?
 

Everyone Matters
Doing the right thing and sharing success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters including candidates from diverse backgrounds.

We are particularly proud of our commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as demonstrated through our Second Innovate RAP , and our support for Veteran employment, and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Veterans to apply to join our team.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification.

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