Security Compliance Specialist

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LOCATION: Melbourne OR Canberra 

The Security Compliance Specialist will

• Lead and Support Assessments: Plan, coordinate, and execute internal and external security compliance audits and assessments against frameworks such as IRAP/ISM, SOC 2, ISO 27001 and others
• Gap Analysis: Conduct regular gap analyses to identify deficiencies against new or existing security requirements and recommend practical, risk-based remediation actions.
• Documentation Excellence: Develop, review, and maintain comprehensive security documentation, including system security plans, SOPs, policies, and procedural documents that align with specific requirements (e.g., ISM controls).
• Internal Advisory: Serve as a trusted compliance advisor to internal teams.
  Risk Management: Assist in the identification, assessment, and treatment of security risks.
  Control Implementation: Work with control owners to translate compliance requirements into tangible technical and operational controls.
  Evidence Collection: Manage the end-to-end evidence collection process for audits, ensuring evidence is relevant, sufficient, and timely.
  Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to improve compliance processes, automate control monitoring, and enhance overall security posture
  
  Experience (Role Requirements)
  
  Minimum Qualifications: To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below: 
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience required.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in GRC, security assurance, or IT audit role. 
• In-depth knowledge of:
  • IRAP/ISM: Good understanding of the assessment process.
  • SOC 2: Deep understanding of SOC 2 reporting process.
  • ISO 27001: Experience implementing or auditing ISMS 
  • ISO 22301: Knowledge of BCMS and resilience planning.
  • Technical Writing: Exceptional ability to write clear, concise, and accurate documentation (policies, SOPs, assessment reports).
  • Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively guide and support internal teams.
  • Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISA, GSNA or similar
    
    

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