Cyber & Data Engineer

Amentum; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised parking

Flexible working

Paid parental leave

Study leave

Job summary

Amentum are seeking a Cyber & Data Engineer to support a major Defence capability project, providing specialist cyber security expertise across system design, accreditation, assurance and governance activities.

Working within a complex Defence environment, you will help ensure capability solutions meet security requirements, support accreditation pathways and contribute to the development of secure, interoperable systems.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering cyber security engineering, assurance or accreditation activities.
• Understanding of security architecture and systems engineering.
• Knowledge of governance, risk management and security compliance frameworks.
• Experience developing accreditation, certification or security assurance documentation.
• Ability to analyse system architectures, interfaces and designs from a security perspective.
• Experience conducting cyber risk assessments and developing mitigation strategies.
• Current NV1 Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Identify and analyse cyber security requirements for capability systems and supporting infrastructure.
• Review system designs, architectures and interfaces against Defence security requirements.
• Support development of cyber security strategies, management plans and accreditation documentation.
• Develop and maintain Cyber Certification and Accreditation Plans.
• Conduct cyber risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Assess vulnerabilities, threats and security implications across complex Defence environments.
• Engage with Defence, industry, OEM and assurance stakeholders to support project outcomes.
• Evaluate cyber security solutions and provide recommendations based on security, integration and supportability considerations.
• Assist with engineering evidence, security assessments and accreditation submissions.
• Assess interoperability and security requirements across Defence and coalition environments.

Skills

Cyber security engineering

Assurance / accreditation

Security architecture

Governance & risk management

Accreditation documentation

Security risk assessments

Interoperability security

NV1 security clearance

Job description

• Lead systems engineering on a major Defence capability program.
• Drive technical solutions, risk management and project outcomes.
• Australian citizenship and NV1 security clearance.

• Lead systems engineering on a major Defence capability program.
• Drive technical solutions, risk management and project outcomes.
• Australian citizenship and NV1 security clearance.

Amentum is continually expanding our opportunities working on prominent defence projects across air, land and sea supporting the critical capabilities that keep Australia safe. We have a growing presence in cyber, space and nuclear programs.

Tell me about this role:

Amentum are seeking a Cyber & Data Engineer to support a major Defence capability project, providing specialist cyber security expertise across system design, accreditation, assurance and governance activities. Working within a complex Defence environment, you will help ensure capability solutions meet security requirements, support accreditation pathways and contribute to the development of secure, interoperable systems.

This role will see you working closely with Defence stakeholders, industry partners and engineering teams to identify cyber security risks, assess solution designs, develop accreditation artefacts and provide security advice throughout the project lifecycle. It is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cyber professional who enjoys combining technical security expertise with stakeholder engagement and assurance activities.

We're offering uncapped training and development opportunities as well as other benefits including subsidised parking, flexible working and different leave arrangements including paid parental, study, reserve and volunteer leave.

What will I be doing day to day?

• Identify and analyse cyber security requirements for capability systems and supporting infrastructure
• Review system designs, architectures and interfaces against Defence security requirements
• Support development of cyber security strategies, management plans and accreditation documentation
• Develop and maintain Cyber Certification and Accreditation Plans
• Conduct cyber risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies
• Assess vulnerabilities, threats and security implications across complex Defence environments
• Engage with Defence, industry, OEM and assurance stakeholders to support project outcomes
• Evaluate cyber security solutions and provide recommendations based on security, integration and supportability considerations
• Assist with engineering evidence, security assessments and accreditation submissions
• Assess interoperability and security requirements across Defence and coalition environments

What sort of skills do I need?

• Experience delivering cyber security engineering, assurance or accreditation activities within complex environments
• Understanding of security architecture and systems engineering principles
• Knowledge of cyber security governance, risk management and security compliance frameworks
• Experience developing accreditation, certification or security assurance documentation
• Ability to analyse system architectures, interfaces and technical designs from a security perspective
• Experience conducting cyber risk assessments and developing mitigation strategies
• Strong understanding of security controls, information security principles and secure-by-design practices
• Current NV1 Security Clearance as a minimum

What's in it for me?

• Flexibility -We like our employees to have the flexibility they need to live the lives they choose. With flexible working options such as WFH where possible.
• Inclusion -Our employees should feel safe bringing their whole self to work, we offer a number of programs promoting inclusion.
• Benefits and RewardsOur benefits and rewards includesadditional superannuation;flexible leave options;salary continuation insurance;professional certification bonus;employee discount program.

Amentum: Trusted Partner in National Security

Amentum is a key service provider to the Australian Government, supporting critical national security and Defence capabilities across land, air, maritime, cyber, space, nuclear, and digital domains. With over 880 professionals nationwide, we deliver complex infrastructure, logistics, and technical solutions with a strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation.

With 27+ years of experience and a presence in major cities and regions, we're proud of our people our greatest asset. Join us and be part of a high-performing team with exceptional benefits and career opportunities.