Principal Irap Assessor/Cyber Security Specialist

Centorrino Technologies; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Training & development

Discounts

IT equipment

Team events

Job summary

Centorrino Technologies Pty Ltd. seeks a Principal IRAP Assessor/Cyber Security Specialist to strengthen our Canberra or Melbourne team, delivering policy guidance, assessments and training development for the national cyber security framework.

The role requires travel, active security clearance (NV1 or equivalent), and the ability to translate complex concepts into practical guidance for government stakeholders while fostering continuous improvement in cyber security practices and tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience delivering complex cyber security policy, guidance, training, or security assessments for national-level or equivalent organisations.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in ICT security assessments.
• Demonstrated understanding of the role and responsibilities of an IRAP Assessor, and familiarity with relevant security policies and frameworks.
• Proven ability to deliver the full scope of services including assessment, advisory, training development, and quality assurance of key cyber artefacts.
• Strong technical expertise in cyber security principles, risk assessment, and assessment frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver subject matter expertise for the development and implementation of a cyber security assessment process in line with national guidance.
• Provide technical and subject matter input to the design and delivery of cyber security training courses, micro-credentials, and learning materials.
• Support consultative forums, change management and communications with the cyber security community and key stakeholders across government.
• Align training and assessment programs with existing cyber security frameworks, including assessor and assessment uplift activities, Whole of Government cyber maturity, and risk intelligence functions.
• Provide expert advice and support the maintenance of training labs, communication materials, and cyber toolkits.
• Advise on cyber security initiatives, policies, and frameworks, including assessments related to system certification and compliance.
• Conduct quality assurance of assessment reports, training materials, and other artefacts.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of cyber security practices, training delivery, and assessment methodologies.

Skills

Cyber security expertise

Training course design

Stakeholder engagement

Risk assessment

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's or postgraduate qualifications in Cyber Security or ICT

Job description

Join Centorrino Technologies: Innovate, Grow, and Thrive with Us! At Centorrino Technologies (CT), we're more than just tech-we're a community that goes beyond expectations. We've been recognised as a Great Place to Work in 2024-2025 and one of the Best Places to Work Medium & Large Size in Australia for 2025, with an outstanding eNPS score of 68. And we're not stopping there. We're on a mission to redefine the customer experience, and we need a passionate Principal IRAP Assessor/Cyber Security Specialist to join our team in Canberra or Melbourne.

The Principal IRAP Assessor / Cyber Security Specialist provides expert cyber security guidance, assessment and training development to support the implementation of a national cyber security framework. The role ensures that organisations can effectively meet policy and security obligations by delivering high-quality assessments, training courses and advisory services, while contributing to the continuous improvement of cyber security practices and tools.

Requirements

What you'll bring:

• Deliver subject matter expertise for the development and implementation of a cyber security assessment process in line with national guidance.
• Provide technical and subject matter input to the design and delivery of cyber security training courses, micro-credentials, and associated learning materials.
• Support consultative forums, change management and communications with the cyber security community and key stakeholders across government.
• Align training and assessment programs with existing cyber security frameworks, including assessor and assessment uplift activities, Whole of Government cyber maturity, and risk intelligence functions.
• Provide expert advice and support the maintenance of training labs, communication materials, and cyber toolkits.
• Advise on cyber security initiatives, policies, and frameworks, including assessments related to system certification and compliance.
• Conduct quality assurance of assessment reports, training materials, and other key artefacts.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of cyber security practices, training delivery, and assessment methodologies.

What You'll Do

• Minimum 3 years' experience delivering complex cyber security policy, guidance, training, or security assessments for national-level or equivalent organisations.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in ICT security assessments.
• Demonstrated understanding of the role and responsibilities of an IRAP Assessor, and familiarity with relevant security policies and frameworks.
• Proven ability to deliver the full scope of services including assessment, advisory, training development, and quality assurance of key cyber artefacts.
• Strong technical expertise in cyber security principles, risk assessment, and assessment frameworks.
• Experience developing or delivering national-level cyber security training programs is highly desirable.
• Bachelor's or postgraduate qualifications in Cyber Security or ICT, or equivalent industry-recognised cyber security certifications, are desirable.
• Ability to operate with high integrity and professionalism in sensitive and high-security environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable guidance.
• Capacity to travel as required and maintain active security clearance (NV1 or equivalent).

Benefits

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Hybrid working (for majority of our roles) with team anchor days to support collaboration.
• Extensive training and development opportunities that enable continual growth as part of your career planning.
• Extensive discounts and benefits to maximise your money.
• A choice of your IT equipment to maximise your success and access to cost-price tech for your personal needs.
• Fun team events to celebrate achievements and connect with colleagues outside work as part of our engaging culture.

CT celebrates diversity and enables every voice to be heard as we drive to create the world we want. and be part of a team that values innovation, inclusivity, variety and diverse backgrounds.

Note: A valid Vulnerable People / Working with Children Check (WWCC) and Police Check are required.