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ICT Cyber Security Specialist

Downer Group · Canberra Region, Australian Capital Territory · Contract · Onsite

About this role

ICT Cyber Security Specialist at Downer Professional Services in Canberra supports Defence communications projects, focusing on SATCOM security, accreditation and risk management. The role requires expertise in cyber security engineering, risk assessment and Defence security frameworks, ideal for professionals with a Security clearance. It offers meaningful work on national security projects with professional development and perks.

Key details

• Location: Canberra Region, Australian Capital Territory

What you'll do

• Review, develop and maintain security‑related engineering and project documentation.
• Assess system architectures, security controls and contractor‑proposed solutions.
• Conduct cyber security risk assessments, threat analyses and compliance evaluations.
• Participate in verification, validation and acceptance testing activities.
• Provide cyber security advice to project teams, capability managers and senior stakeholders.
• Liaise with the ICT Security Branch (ICTSB) to ensure compliance with Defence security requirements.

What you'll need

• Tertiary qualifications in ICT, Computer Science or related field (desirable).
• Demonstrated experience in cyber security engineering within complex ICT or communications environments.
• Experience conducting security risk assessments and threat analysis activities.
• Strong understanding of Defence security policies, frameworks and accreditation processes.
• Experience developing Security Certification and Accreditation artefacts.
• Experience supporting system accreditation through the ICT Security Branch (ICTSB).
• Experience performing Verification and Validation activities for ICT or communications systems.
• Currently hold and maintain a Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth.
• In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.

Tech stack

SATCOM systems, Defence security policies, ICT Security Branch (ICTSB)

What's on offer

• Discounts on healthcare
• Discounts on retail
• Discounts on vehicles
• Up to 20 days of Reservist Leave

How to stand out for this role

Likely interview topics

• Discuss your experience with cyber security risk assessments and threat analysis in complex ICT environments.
• Explain how you have supported system accreditation and worked with the ICT Security Branch (ICTSB).
• Describe your approach to verification, validation and acceptance testing for ICT or communications systems.
• Talk about managing security documentation and ensuring compliance with Defence security policies and frameworks.

Keywords to mirror in your CV

cyber security engineering, security risk assessments, threat analysis, Defence security policies, Security Certification and Accreditation artefacts, ICT Security Branch (ICTSB), Verification and Validation, Security clearance, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

What to show

• A sample risk assessment report for a SATCOM system.
• A threat analysis diagram demonstrating mitigation strategies.
• A Security Certification and Accreditation artefact or test plan used in a Defence project.

How to apply

Use the "Apply on company website" button to continue to Downer Group's careers page and submit your application there.

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