Security Operations Specialist

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We have an exciting opportunity at nbn, as Security Operations Specialist to the Senior Manager, Protective Security.

A bit about your role

The Security Operations Specialist plays a vital role in delivering and maintaining physical and personnel security services across a diverse organisational and geographic landscape.

This position is responsible for conducting site reviews, risk assessments, audits, incident management, and managing security contracts and awareness initiatives. With practical expertise in physical security systems, the specialist ensures the coordination and performance of guarding services at nbn sites, regularly visiting locations to monitor compliance and support continuous improvement.

The role requires a collaborative, adaptable, and proactive professional who communicates effectively, builds strong stakeholder relationships, and upholds nbn's values while navigating both structured and evolving operational environments.

A bit about you

The ideal candidate holds a Certificate IV in Security Risk Management (or equivalent) and brings practical experience in guarding and protective security, with a strong understanding of government security design principles, PSPF standards, and SCEC-endorsed products. They are detail-oriented, organised, and capable of working independently in fast-paced environments, including regular regional and interstate travel.

With a customer-focused mindset and strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, they are confident using IT-based physical security systems such as Honeywell, Traka, Cliq, and Genetec. Their background includes hands-on involvement in physical security operations, incident reporting, site reviews, and technical troubleshooting.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There's so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia's best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We're continuing to create Australia's network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Gold Employer for three years running, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women.

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to contact us by emailing or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Where to from here?

We encourage you to apply even if you feel that you do not meet all of the above qualifications. Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to break that statistic and to apply. No one ever meets 100% of the requirements. We look forward to your application

Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

Please note that this is a permanent opportunity and applications for this role will close at midnight, Thursday 23rd of October 2025.

To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.