Assistant Security Advisor – Governance & Risk

ASC Pty Ltd; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Additional annual leave (up to 10 days

Generous parental leave

Subsidised childcare

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Brand discounts

Job summary

ASC is Australia’s submarine company, delivering security governance and risk management to support Defence programs. This role supports compliance with Defence Industry Security Program obligations and helps implement ASC's security roadmap.

You will work within the Security Governance and Assurance team, advising on policies, audits, and governance documentation while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to drive continuous improvement and positive business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Security Management or equivalent experience in security, governance or risk management.
• Experience in Defence, government or other highly regulated environments.
• Understanding of PSPF, DSPF and ISM policies.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of security governance and risk management activities across ASC programs.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with Defence Industry Security Program requirements and security frameworks.
• Contribute to development, review and maintenance of security policies, procedures and governance documentation.
• Provide coordination and advice on security compliance to support business and operational objectives.
• Assist with security assurance activities, audits, assessments and reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and enhance security governance processes.

Skills

Security governance

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Policy development

Communication

Education

Certificate in Security Management

Job description

ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

As an Assistant Security Advisor - Security Governance & Risk Management, you will play a key role in supporting security risk management and compliance with critical Defence and regulatory requirements. Working within the Security Governance and Assurance team you will contribute to the implementation of security arrangements, support Defence Industry Security Program obligations, and assist in delivering ASC's Security Roadmap.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of security governance and risk management activities across ASC programs.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with Defence Industry Security Program requirements and associated security frameworks.
• Contribute to the development, review and maintenance of security policies, procedures and governance documentation.
• Provide coordination and advice on security compliance matters to support business and operational objectives.
• Assist with security assurance activities, audits, assessments and reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and contribute to the enhancement of security governance processes and practices.

About you

• Certificate in Security Management or equivalent experience in security, governance or risk management.
• Experience working within Defence, government, national security, or other highly regulated environments.
• Understanding of security governance, risk management, compliance frameworks and policy development.
• Working knowledge of the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF), Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex security requirements into practical advice.
• Proven ability to build effective stakeholder relationships and work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with a commitment to continuous improvement and delivering positive business outcomes.

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.