Senior Systems & Cyber Security Specialist
Core
Provide specialist cyber security engineering leadership and assurance across critical maritime Command, Control, Communications, Computing and Information (C4I), Mission System ICT, and Operational Technology (OT) systems for the Australian Defence Force.
Role type
Senior Systems & Cyber Security Specialist (Defence/Maritime)
Builds
Cyber-worthiness, accreditation, and secure-by-design outcomes for Navy Hydrographic and Patrol Vessel capabilities
Domain
Defence, Maritime, Cyber Security, Operational Technology (OT)
Required skills
Cyber security engineering, Systems engineering, Cyber risk management, Security governance and accreditation, C4I systems knowledge, OT security, Security documentation (SRMPs, SoA, SSPs), Incident response, Stakeholder engagement
Preferred skills
Defence industry experience, Maritime/Naval sector experience, Professional certifications (CISSP, CISM, SABSA, CCSP, Security+, GICSP)
Technologies
C4I systems, Mission System ICT, OT systems, Security frameworks (ISM, PSPF, DSPF)
Responsibilities
Lead cyber-worthiness management of maritime C4I and OT systems; Provide expert cyber security engineering advice for technical decision-making; Ensure critical mission systems remain secure, accredited, and compliant; Drive cyber resilience by identifying and managing cyber risks; Support certification, accreditation, and compliance activities; Collaborate with Defence stakeholders and contractors to deliver security outcomes; Influence engineering activities to achieve secure-by-design outcomes.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities