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Defence Cyber Security Certification Consultant - Level 3

IndigitiseEngineering & Development
Hiring from
Australia
Work type
Hybrid
Posted
Oct 1, 2026
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Working Arrangements

NO LOCATION RESTRICTIONS WITHIN AUSTRALIA Occasional travel may be required. *If Melbourne or Canberra based, part time office attendance will be expected

Essential criteria

Mandatory Experience and / or qualifications


Demonstrated relevant qualifications, industry certification, and/or professional experience assessed as suitable for eligibility to obtain DCIAB –CSAA endorsement as a Cyber Security Assessor, including (but not limited to) CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, and IRAP accreditation;

Strong understanding of ICT architectures, networks, platforms, cyber/security compliance and governance within the Defence environment

Demonstrated ability to lead security cyber audits, documenting outcomes and delivering reports of outcomes.

Understanding of modern networking, computers and operating systems; and

Ability to work in a team

Job Description

NO LOCATION RESTRICTIONS WITHIN AUSTRALIA Occasional travel may be required. *If Melbourne or Canberra based, part time office attendance will be expected

The successful candidate will be a Cybersecurity professional who works effectively in a complex environment, thinks critically, applies excellent problem-solving skills and manages competing priorities with a focus on mitigating risks.

This role is responsible for the conduct of following tasks and activities:

a. Assessment and Authorisation:

1) Provide System Assessment and Authorisation activities as directed by the CA31 Engineering Manager.

2) Conduct system Assessment and Authorisation activities in accordance with:

a) ASD Information Security Manual (ISM)

b) Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF)

c) Defence Security Policy Framework

d) Cyber Security Assessment and Authorisation (CSAA) Charter, assessment methodology, templates, and guidance.

3) Perform security assessments using Operational Effectiveness Reviews (OER) as the default approach, with Design Effectiveness Reviews (DER) conducted where justified.

4) Audit the effectiveness of system security controls implemented across CA31 capability systems.

5) Develop and deliver assessment artefacts including:

a) Security Assessment Reports (SAR)

b) ATO briefs

c) Risk statements and recommended remediation actions.


b. Risk Identification and Analysis:

1) Identify, analyse, evaluate, and escalate cyber security and business risks

2) Identify and assess vulnerabilities associated with:

a) Security exceptions

b) Software defects

c) Architecture or design weaknesses

3) Assess system security architecture and services using structured threat modelling methodologies.

4) Protect the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) of Defence information and systems Governance, Compliance, and Assurance.

5) Review system security documentation, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with Defence and Australian Government requirements.

6) Ensure system compliance with mandatory cyber security requirements.

7) Support configuration governance processes including the Change Control Boards (CCB) and provide assessment input with risks, mitigations and options for the Executive Authority (EA) to accept.

c. Advisory and Stakeholder Engagement:

1) Provide cyber security advice within the defined assessor scope of the CA31.

2) Support CA31 in understanding and mitigating cyber security risks impacting capability delivery and operations within the LC4 domain.

3) Build and maintain effective working relationships with:

a) Applicable sustainment products

b) OEM

c) Operational and security stakeholders

Services are to be provided commensurate with relevant Australian and International Standards, regulations, and Defence requirements. Service providers are to employ industry best practice when undertaking the Services






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