Defence Network Specialist: Secure IT & A&A Expert

Downer; North Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reservist Leave up to 20 days

Flexible work arrangements

Discounts on healthcare

Discounts on retail

Discounts on vehicles

Job summary

Downer Professional Services is recruiting a Network Specialist in Canberra to design and implement a secure ICT system for Defence projects. You will produce A&A artefacts, support DDR assessments, and coordinate with external owners to define EDT interfaces.

The role requires experience with Defence security standards, RHEL, and network security design, with a focus on ISM compliance and robust documentation. A security clearance is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Experience in Assessment and Authorisation (A&A) for ICT systems within Defence.
• Proficiency in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and network design.
• Knowledge of ISM compliance and cybersecurity tooling.

Responsibilities

• Develop Assessment and Authorisation (A&A) artefacts in accordance with JCG Defence Cyber Security A&A Framework.
• Develop artefacts to support DDR assessment by Defence Digital Group (DDG).
• Liaise with external interface system owners to define EDT interfaces.
• Conduct compliance assessment against the Australian Information Security Manual (ISM) and develop technical documentation.

Skills

RHEL

Networking design

Firewall configuration

Cybersecurity software

Defence network architecture

Job description

Downer Professional Services is recruiting a Network Specialist in Canberra to design and implement a secure ICT system for Defence projects. You will produce A&A artefacts, support DDR assessments, and coordinate with external owners to define EDT interfaces.

The role requires experience with Defence security standards, RHEL, and network security design, with a focus on ISM compliance and robust documentation. A security clearance is mandatory.