Security Assessment & Authorization Specialist

Accenture Australia; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Career development program

Flexible work arrangements

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

Accenture Australia seeks an experienced Security Assessment and Authorisation consultant to lead risk management across systems, applications and third parties. You will guide stakeholders through the A&A lifecycle, ensuring alignment with ISM, RMF, and Australian government frameworks.

Responsibilities include risk workshops, accreditation documentation, and ongoing governance reporting. A Baseline clearance is required, with onsite work five days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.
• Certifications such as CISM, CRISC, CISSP, IRAP Assessor, or equivalent security accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform security risk management and risk assessments across systems and applications.
• Conduct risk workshops with stakeholders and monitor risk status.
• Execute security accreditation processes in line with ISM and RMF steps.
• Develop and maintain accreditation documentation and security controls evidence.
• Liaise with Authorising Officers and project teams to ensure compliance.

Skills

Documentation

ISM controls

Stakeholder engagement

Security governance

GRC familiarity

Education

Cybersecurity degree

Security certifications (CISM/CRISC/CISSP)

Tools

SharePoint

Confluence

Job description

Accenture Australia seeks an experienced Security Assessment and Authorisation consultant to lead risk management across systems, applications and third parties. You will guide stakeholders through the A&A lifecycle, ensuring alignment with ISM, RMF, and Australian government frameworks.

Responsibilities include risk workshops, accreditation documentation, and ongoing governance reporting. A Baseline clearance is required, with onsite work five days.