Cyber and Software Engineer

Department of Defence; Canberra; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Defence's Maritime Integrated Warfare Systems (MIWS) Branch in Canberra is seeking APS6 Engineers to support cyber security, cyberworthiness, and the lifecycle of maritime systems. You will contribute to design, development, testing and sustainment while maturing cyber guidance and performing technical reviews.

Ideal candidates bring software/cyber background with systems engineering experience, plus governance artefacts expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering from an Australian institution meeting Washington Accord requirements.
• Ability to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance.
• Experience in software/cyber and governance artefacts such as risk and security plans.
• Strong engineering mindset and ability to work in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Review software and cyber artefacts and support verification and testing within the capability life cycle.
• Ensure cyber security and cyberworthiness requirements are embedded in system design.
• Lead or support cyber activities for establishing the system's cyber security case.
• Manage materiel risk and prepare technical plans and risk assessments for cyber implementation.
• Support verification and validation of cyber controls as capabilities transition to sustainment.

Skills

Cybersecurity governance

Systems engineering

Software engineering

Communications engineering

Security testing

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Job description

The Maritime Integrated Warfare Systems (MIWS) Branch is seeking professional, motivated and APS6 Engineering Professionals to support delivery and sustainment of cutting edge capability. This position is in the MIWS Cyber and Software Function team, providing matrixed support to the Projects and Products within MIWS. You will be part of a dynamic team overseeing cyber security and cyberworthiness across the Design, Development, Installation, Testing and Sustainment of Maritime Integrated Warfare systems. This may include the maturing of technical guidance, undertaking technical reviews through to the conduct or observation of testing activities.

Ideally, you will have a software/cyber background, with experience across one or more of the following; systems engineering, combat systems, software and communications engineering. Experience in systems security, test and evaluation, or systems reviews are also desirable.

As an APS 6 Engineer, you will report directly to an EL1 Engineering Manager. Some of your key duties may include:

• Review, analysis and interpretation of software and cyber artefacts; undertaking assessments, technical investigations, design and development, verification and validation and testing in support of mandated system review activities across the Capability Life Cycle.
• Ensure cyber security and cyberworthiness requirements of the mission system are incorporated into the system design.
• Leading and supporting cyber activities for the establishment of a system’s cyber security case.
• Management of materiel risk, preparation of technical plans and risk assessments to support software and cyber security implementation.
• Support verification and validation of cyber controls as capabilities transition into sustainment.
• Largely, you will work to ensures that cyber considerations are embedded early, consistently, and effectively throughout the capability lifecycle.

About our Team

MIWS Branch under Major Surface Combatants and Combat Systems Division is an exciting and complex environment to work in, offering a rewarding career in one of the most dynamic organisations within NSSG. We work across both Acquisition and Sustainment environments to develop and deliver products into new shipbuilding programs and to provide update/upgrade products to the existing RAN fleet, giving staff exposure to a wide variety of high profile maritime projects.

Our Ideal Candidate

MIWS are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated candidate with excellent personal attributes and a strong technical knowledge and engineering mindset to join our Branch. We pride ourselves in a positive, collaborative and supportive workplace culture. For us it’s all about teamwork and we want people who want to be a part of the culture we’ve created. Our ideal candidate will enjoy working in a dynamic workplace across a wide technical domain. The candidate will be energetic and able to create and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidates will have the following attributes and competencies:

• Experience in software and cybersecurity, particularly in cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC).
• Demonstrated ability in developing cybersecurity governance artefacts such as System Security Plans, Security Risk Management Plans, Cybersecurity Management Plans etc.
• Demonstrated engineering experience within a technical team.
• A sound understanding of major systems integration, and experience in Systems Engineering on complex programs and design assurance, with an understanding of the One Defence Capability System.
• The ability to identify and communicate technical risk in complex and evolving environments
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Eligibility

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.

A role in this engineering occupation requires a Bachelor of Engineering from an Australian institution, or a qualification gained elsewhere, that satisfies the requirements of the Washington Accord for recognition as a Professional Engineer.

Getting to know the Department of Defence

The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers