Senior Security & Risk Consultant

Aurecon Group; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon Group is seeking a Senior Security & Risk Consultant to lead security design for physical and electronic systems and to advise on risk management across multiple projects in Australia. The role requires strong client engagement, technical knowledge of CCTV, access control and intrusion systems, and the ability to translate security concepts into practical delivery.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams on defence, data centres, transport, corrections, aviation and commercial

Qualifications

• Experience in physical and electronic security design, preferably from consulting, systems integration or client-side environments.
• Security risk management or advisory experience with translating risks into practical outcomes.
• Knowledge of CCTV, access control, intrusion detection and intercoms; understanding of physical security measures.
• Strong written and verbal communication; comfortable engaging clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop physical and electronic security designs, including CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, and vehicle barrier systems.
• Deliver security risk assessments, security management plans, master planning, CPTED advice and protective security strategies.
• Prepare concept and detailed design documentation, technical specifications, reports and tender deliverables.
• Engage directly with clients, facilitate workshops and provide practical advice from early planning through delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on defence, data centre, transport, corrections, aviation and commercial projects.

Skills

Security design

Security risk management

Client engagement

Communication skills

Education

Security risk management qualification

Engineering degree

Security studies

Communications degree

Tools

WA Security Consultant Licence

Job description

Senior Security & Risk Consultant

At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

What you’ll do

• Develop physical and electronic security designs, including CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, and vehicle barrier systems
• Deliver security risk assessments, security management plans, master planning, CPTED advice and protective security strategies
• Prepare concept and detailed design documentation, technical specifications, reports and tender deliverables
• Engage directly with clients, facilitate workshops and provide practical advice from early planning through to delivery
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on defence, data centre, transport, corrections, aviation and commercial projects

What you’ll bring

• Relevant experience in physical and electronic security design, ideally gained in consulting, systems integration or a comparable client-side environment
• Experience in security risk management or advisory services, with the ability to translate risks into practical design and operational outcomes
• Knowledge of electronic security systems including CCTV, access control, intrusion detection and intercoms, together with an understanding of physical security measures
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging clients and working across multidisciplinary project teams
• Australian citizenship, with the ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance
• A relevant qualification in security risk management, security studies, engineering, communications or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• A WA Security Consultant Licence, or the ability to obtain one after joining
• Experience with Defence or government security frameworks, data centres, mission-critical facilities, or SCEC endorsement will be highly regarded.

This is not a cyber security role.

How we support your growth

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards.

Benefits

• We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements.
• Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.
• Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI.
• We’re most interested in your individual thinking and experiences—so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.

Ready for your next adventure?

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