Senior Cyber Security Technical Writer

Experis Australia; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Senior Technical Writer / Solution Design Manager to support a major cyber security uplift within a large government ICT transformation. You will develop and maintain system security documentation, accreditation artefacts, and governance materials for accreditation, assurance and operational outcomes.

Working with architects, engineers and stakeholders, you will translate complex concepts into clear, compliant documentation and contribute to security uplift initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience producing cyber security and ICT documentation within large and complex enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of cyber security principles, governance frameworks and risk management practices.
• Experience developing security accreditation documentation and technical design artefacts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) and accreditation artefacts.
• Produce high-quality solution design documentation, architecture descriptions, implementation guides and standard operating procedures.
• Translate complex ICT and cyber security concepts into business-friendly documentation.
• Support security accreditation, governance, audit and assurance activities.
• Work with technical and business stakeholders to gather requirements and document solution outcomes.
• Maintain document repositories and version control processes.
• Prepare evidence packs, compliance documentation and governance reports.
• Facilitate documentation reviews and incorporate stakeholder feedback.
• Support knowledge transfer and capability uplift through the creation of guidance and reference materials.

Skills

Cyber security documentation

Solution design

Stakeholder engagement

Governance and compliance

Technical writing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Version control

Job description

Senior Technical Writer / Solution Design Manager (Cyber Security)

Federal Government Contract | 12 Month Initial Term + Up to 24 Months Extension | Multiple Locations | Hybrid Working

We are seeking experienced Senior Technical Writers / Solution Design Managers to support a major cyber security uplift and ICT transformation program within a large and complex government environment.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals with a strong background in cyber security documentation, technical writing, solution design, governance and compliance who can translate complex technical concepts into clear, high-quality documentation for technical and non-technical audiences.

About the Role

Working closely with architects, engineers, project managers, security specialists and business stakeholders, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining critical cyber security, technical and governance documentation that supports accreditation, assurance and operational outcomes.

The role will contribute to security uplift initiatives, compliance activities and enterprise ICT projects across a large-scale environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) and accreditation artefacts.
• Produce high-quality solution design documentation, architecture descriptions, implementation guides and standard operating procedures.
• Translate complex ICT and cyber security concepts into business-friendly documentation.
• Support security accreditation, governance, audit and assurance activities.
• Work with technical and business stakeholders to gather requirements and document solution outcomes.
• Maintain document repositories and version control processes.
• Prepare evidence packs, compliance documentation and governance reports.
• Facilitate documentation reviews and incorporate stakeholder feedback.
• Support knowledge transfer and capability uplift through the creation of guidance and reference materials.

About You

• Demonstrated experience producing cyber security and ICT documentation within large and complex enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of cyber security principles, governance frameworks and risk management practices.
• Experience developing security accreditation documentation and technical design artefacts.
• Excellent written communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a wide range of audiences.
• Proven experience working across multiple projects and managing competing priorities.

Technical Skills & Experience

• System Security Plans (SSPs)
• Security Risk Assessments (SRAs)
• Security accreditation documentation
• Technical and solution design documentation
• Enterprise architecture documentation
• Requirements management
• Governance and compliance reporting
• REST APIs, JSON and integration technologies
• CI/CD and DevSecOps environments
• Documentation management and version control practices
• Microsoft Office and collaboration platforms

Highly Regarded Experience

• Cyber security uplift and remediation programs
• ICT transformation initiatives
• Security risk management and compliance activities
• Cloud platforms and modern enterprise technologies
• Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• Security Operations
• Infrastructure and application services
• Government or highly regulated environments

Knowledge of Security Frameworks

• Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF)
• Information Security Manual (ISM)
• Essential Eight
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework

What's on Offer?

• Initial 12-month contract.
• Extension options up to 24 additional months.
• Multiple locations available across ACT, NSW, VIC, QLD and SA.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-profile cyber security and digital transformation initiatives.
• Collaborative project environment with exposure to senior stakeholders and enterprise-scale programs.

Security Requirements

Applicants must be Australian Citizens and must hold a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) Security Clearance.

ManpowerGroup is committed to being a Diversity Confident Recruiter and encourages applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds, including people with a disability. Please indicate your preferred method of communication in your resume and please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments should you be contacted for an interview.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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