Defence Cyber Security Assessor - Independent Risk & Assurance

Talent; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Assessor to support independent assessment of cyber risks across Defence ICT capabilities. You will provide evidence-based assurance and risk advice to enable senior stakeholders to make informed decisions about security and operation of critical technology environments.

Canberra strongly preferred, with Melbourne also considered. The role requires NV2-level security awareness, engagement with project teams and system owners, and delivery of clear,

Qualifications

• Experience conducting ICT security assessments, security audits, assurance reviews or cyber risk engagements.
• Experience assessing complex ICT environments including networks, cloud services, enterprise systems or emerging technologies.
• Strong understanding of the Australian Government ISM, PSPF and DSPF frameworks.
• Ability to communicate complex security risks clearly through written assessments and executive reporting.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills in Defence or Australian Government environments.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or IRAP Assessor or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent cyber security assessments per Defence and Government policies.
• Assess security controls and identify threats, vulnerabilities and risks.
• Prepare evidence-based security assessment reports and risk briefs for technical teams and senior decision-makers.
• Engage with project teams, system owners, technical specialists and senior stakeholders.
• Provide practical cyber security advice, guidance and risk-based recommendations.
• Support assessment prioritisation, assurance activities and security reporting.
• Maintain independence and declare potential conflicts of interest.

Skills

ICT security assessments

Security audits

Executive reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Defence/government frameworks

Security certifications

Job description

Talent is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Assessor to support independent assessment of cyber risks across Defence ICT capabilities. You will provide evidence-based assurance and risk advice to enable senior stakeholders to make informed decisions about security and operation of critical technology environments.

Canberra strongly preferred, with Melbourne also considered. The role requires NV2-level security awareness, engagement with project teams and system owners, and delivery of clear,