Principal Security Advisor (IRAP Assessor)

Trustwave; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training allowance: $5k & 5 days/year

Career growth & mentoring

Flexible work arrangements

Annual bonus opportunities

Professional development budget

Job summary

LevelBlue seeks an experienced IRAP Assessor to join our Canberra-based cybersecurity consulting team. The role focuses on leading IRAP assessments, advising clients on ISM/IRAP readiness, and developing security roadmaps with senior and junior staff.

Requirements include NV1 clearance, strong communication, and experience across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. We offer training allowances, career growth, and flexible work options.

Qualifications

• Experience as an IRAP Assessor across cloud, on-premises and hybrid environments.
• Proven ability to deliver multiple consulting projects with high quality under pressure.
• Endorsed by ASD and successful completion of IRAP New Starter Training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver IRAP assessments for clients.
• Assist clients implement ISM and prepare for IRAP assessments.
• Undertake security threat and risk assessments and develop security strategies and roadmaps.
• Deliver security architecture guidance, especially for cloud services.

Skills

IRAP assessor experience

NV1 clearance

written & verbal communication

analytical mindset

project management

client relationship skills

security frameworks knowledge (ISM/PSF

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College or university degree preferred

Job description

LevelBlue reduces risk and builds lasting resilience so organizations can innovate and advance their mission with confidence. As the world’s most analyst-recognized and largest pure-play managed security services provider, LevelBlue elevates client outcomes that matter: stronger defense, faster response, and sustained business continuity. LevelBlue combines AI-powered security operations, advanced threat intelligence, and elite human expertise to provide the most comprehensive portfolio of strategic advisory, managed security, offensive security, and incident response services.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated IRAP Assessor to join our growing cybersecurity consulting team in Canberra. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about protecting sensitive environments, enjoys working closely with clients, and thrives in a collaborative, high-trust team.

Your day-to-day tasks will vary considerably, however with a primary focus on IRAP assessments – from leading and delivering client projects, working with clients / prospective clients and identifying their security needs and whether we can assist, mentoring and coaching more junior staff and more. Typical delivery tasks might include:

• Completing IRAP assessments
• Assisting and advising clients implement the ISM and prepare for IRAP
• Undertaking security threat and risk assessments
• Developing security strategies and roadmaps
• Delivering security architecture advice (particularly surrounding cloud services)

Knowledge and Experience

• Current or recent experience as an IRAP Assessor across cloud, on-premises and hybrid environments
• NV1 Clearance
• Top-notch written and verbal communication skills
• An analytical mindset (particularly when it comes to technology and business risk)
• An ability to deliver multiple consulting projects at a high quality, often under pressure, while also developing strong relationships with our customers
• Australian Government security frameworks (ISM, PSPF) and supporting frameworks (IRAP Quality Assurance Framework)
• A strong understanding of managing conflict of interest

Applicants must have successfully completed the IRAP New Starter Training and be endorsed by ASD.

Education

A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a college or university degree is a plus.

What We Offer

• $5k and 5 days’ training / continued education allowance per year.
• Career growth - receive mentoring, coaching, and support to progress your career (we prioritize internal promotions!).
• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive team (you'll never feel alone!).
• Everyone's voice matters here.
• We aren’t looking for passengers; we’re looking for those interested in an opportunity to develop their skills and experience in information security and make a real difference.
• In return for your commitment, we will develop you personally and professionally in the company of competent colleagues, and you will have a professional development budget at your disposal each year for just that.
• We also want to recognise and reward your ongoing efforts and have a range of ways of doing that, from an annual bonus, flexible work arrangements, to cake ceremonies (we love cake) or a special night out.
• This role is open to candidates legally authorized to work in Australia.
• At LevelBlue, including teams that previously operated as Trustwave, we support flexible work and bring people together in person for key moments based on role, team, and business needs.

LevelBlue is committed to a culture of respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other status protected under applicable law.