Information Technology Security Manager (DT27)

IAG Defence and National Security; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IAG Defence & National Security is seeking an experienced Information Technology Security Manager to support critical Defence ICT capabilities in an ACT-based onsite role. You will oversee security posture, governance and accreditation across key systems, coordinating with Defence stakeholders and industry partners to manage cyber security risks.

You will bring qualifications in Information Security, Cyber Security or related fields, with ITSM experience and a strong grasp of the Australian

Qualifications

• Formal qualifications in Information Security, Cyber Security, Information Technology or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Information Technology Security Manager for Defence ICT capabilities within an integrated program office environment.
• Monitor, maintain and report on system security posture, risks, compliance matters and security controls.
• Investigate, manage and support the resolution of cyber security incidents and system security issues.
• Provide trusted security risk, compliance and governance advice to system owners, project teams and stakeholders.
• Maintain security accreditation, assessment, authorisation and governance documentation.
• Support capability sustainment and operational outcomes through practical cyber security guidance.
• Engage with Defence stakeholders, industry partners and support providers to manage cyber security risks.
• Ensure security activities remain aligned with Defence security requirements, program objectives and Capability Manager priorities.
• Support continuous improvement of security practices, documentation and system authorisation outcomes.

Skills

Information Security

Cyber Security

Information Technology Service Manag

Security Governance

Mobile Device Management

Education

Information Security qualification

Tools

Microsoft 365 Security

Mobile Device Management (MDM)

Job description

ACT Based | Onsite | NV1 Clearance Required | Australian Citizenship Required

About Us

IAG Defence & National Security (DNS) is part of IAG, a specialist advisory firm supporting complex infrastructure, Defence and national security programs across Australia. Our DNS team works closely with Commonwealth agencies and industry partners to deliver specialist expertise into nationally significant programs. Our success depends on our ability to identify, engage and mobilise highly specialised talent quickly and effectively. IAG is recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer under the Veteran Employment Program.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Information Technology Security Manager to support critical Defence ICT capabilities within an integrated program office environment. This ACT-based onsite role will oversee the security posture of key systems, supporting capability sustainment, operational outcomes and ongoing system authorisation. The successful candidate will monitor and maintain system security, investigate and manage security incidents, provide security risk and compliance advice, and maintain security accreditation and governance documentation. The role works closely with Defence stakeholders, industry partners and support providers to ensure cyber security risks are effectively managed across the capability lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Information Technology Security Manager for Defence ICT capabilities within an integrated program office environment.
• Monitor, maintain and report on system security posture, risks, compliance matters and security controls. Investigate, manage and support the resolution of cyber security incidents and system security issues.
• Provide trusted security risk, compliance and governance advice to system owners, project teams and stakeholders.
• Maintain security accreditation, assessment, authorisation and governance documentation.
• Support capability sustainment and operational outcomes through practical cyber security guidance.
• Engage with Defence stakeholders, industry partners and support providers to manage cyber security risks.
• Ensure security activities remain aligned with Defence security requirements, program objectives and Capability Manager priorities.
• Support continuous improvement of security practices, documentation and system authorisation outcomes.

About You

You will bring formal qualifications in Information Security, Cyber Security, Information Technology or a related discipline.

You have demonstrated experience performing ITSM duties within Defence, government or a complex enterprise ICT environment.

You have a strong understanding of the Australian Government Information Security Manual, Defence Security Principles Framework and associated cyber security policies.

You have experience supporting system security accreditation, assessment and authorisation activities, including security documentation and risk assessments.

You bring experience administering, supporting or governing Mobile Device Management solutions, including cloud-hosted MDM environments and security controls for mobile platforms.

You can provide cyber security advice and support to business, operational and technical stakeholders.

You are an Australian citizen and hold, a current AGSVA NV1 security clearance.

Requirements

Experience supporting Defence aviation capabilities or working within an aviation-related environment.

• Experience providing cyber security support and advice to Capability Management representatives and Defence user communities.
• Experience maintaining awareness of Defence and Commonwealth cyber security policy changes and implementing practical security improvements.
• Exposure to cloud-hosted environments, Software-as-a-Service platforms and mobile workforce technologies.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 security and compliance capabilities.
• Knowledge of contemporary mobile security architectures, endpoint management and secure mobility solutions within Defence or Government environments.

With offices in Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, we're a tight-knit team working across some of Australia's most critical Defence and national security programs. We value expertise, collaboration and flexibility, providing our people with opportunities to contribute to meaningful and technically challenging projects.

• We can offer great work, great people, great culture, great conditions, and an all-round great time whilst you continue building a rewarding career in the Defence and national security sector.
• As part of IAG, you'll be joining a team of more than 250 professionals.
• We value expertise, collaboration and flexibility, providing our people with opportunities to contribute to meaningful and technically challenging projects.

Most opportunities advertised by IAG Defence & National Security are subject to client approval, security validation and contractual confirmation. Employment or engagement will only be offered following successful client acceptance and completion of all required pre-engagement checks and onboarding activities.