Cyber Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Port Stephens Council; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Veteran friendly workplace

Indigenous inclusion

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking a seasoned cyber security specialist to contribute across the Defence Battle Management System program. You will work with engineers, architects and program stakeholders to shape secure designs and drive risk-based decisions.

The role requires experience with Australian defence security frameworks, leadership in security assessments and a collaborative approach to multi-domain defence capabilities.

Qualifications

• Broad systems engineering lifecycle experience with cyber security focus.
• Experience with Australian Defence security frameworks (DSAAF, ASIG).
• Experience leading cyber risk assessments and mitigating risks.
• Strong understanding of cyber security architecture and secure systems engineering.
• Ability to provide clear technical guidance to engineering and program stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist in defining and decomposing system security requirements.
• Identify security attributes influencing system design.
• Plan and oversee cyber security test and evaluation activities.
• Conduct system and security reviews and mitigate risks.
• Prepare core security documentation for System Authorisation.

Skills

Systems engineering

Defence security frameworks

Cyber risk assessments

Cyber security architecture

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

DOORS

MBE concepts

Job description

The Opportunity

AIR6500 will provide a Joint Air Battle Management System capability for the Royal Australian Air Force. The system will provide multi-domain integration of air, electromagnetic, and missile defence battle management including deployable & fixed operations centres, communications, and both active & passive sensors.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in defining and decomposing system security requirements across Mission and Support Systems.
• Identify security design attributes and articulate how they influence overall system design.
• Plan and oversee cyber security test and evaluation activities, including test plans and test events.
• Conduct system and security reviews and provide recommendations to mitigate identified security risks.
• Prepare core security documentation in support of System Authorisation activities.
• Contribute to security design activities led by the Lead Cyber Architect.
• Provide cyber security subject matter expertise and guidance to stakeholders across security architecture, secure engineering and cyber security supply chain activities.
• Review security architectures and technical solution designs, troubleshoot technical issues and provide cyber security expertise to engineering teams.
• Support cyber security planning, estimating, status monitoring, measurement and reporting activities.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, direction and training to build cyber security knowledge and capability.
• Apply relevant cyber security standards, directives, guidance and policies within architectural frameworks.

What you'll bring

• Broad systems engineering lifecycle experience, with the ability to apply this expertise to cyber security architecture, design and development initiatives.
• Significant experience working with Australian Defence security frameworks, including the Defence Security Assessment and Authorisation Framework (DSAAF) and Australian Special Access Program Implementation Guide (ASIG).
• Significant experience performing and leading cyber risk assessments.
• Strong understanding of cyber security architecture, secure systems engineering and information system security design or operations.
• The ability to work collaboratively with engineering and program stakeholders and provide clear technical advice on complex security matters.

Desirable Experience Includes

• Relevant professional security certification such as ISC2, GIAC or ISACA certification.
• Experience with systems engineering lifecycle methodologies.
• Experience with Model-Based Engineering (MBE) concepts and tools.
• Previous exposure to the Australian Defence industry and the ASDEFCON process.
• Experience with the DOORS requirements management tool, including tool setup and schema development.
• Strong understanding of Configuration Management and Change Management.

Don't meet every requirement?

If you're excited by this opportunity but don't meet every criterion, we'd still love to hear from you. Your skills and experience may be a great fit for this role, or another opportunity within our organisation.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is a dynamic organisation, providing stimulating and challenging opportunities with a global team of over 122,000 professionals. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

Veteran Friendly Workplace

Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government.

Equal Opportunity

Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any adjustments that will help you to be successful.