Security Lead – Information Security

SECURITY LEAD – INFORMATION SECURITY

At BAE Systems Australia

• Be part of the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history – SSN AUKUS
• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology, including SSN AUKUS. We have been selected by the Australian Government to jointly build the nation’s conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines. Every role in our SSN AUKUS team is helping to deliver essential sovereign capability for Australia.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We currently have an opportunity for a Security Lead – Information Security based at our Flinders Street Offices, SA with occasional local and national travel for business purposes. As the Security Lead you will be responsible for contributing to the Security Function as a senior security team member in delivering all aspects of security risk management and implementation in accordance with the Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF), the Defence Industry Security Office (DISO) and Company policy requirements for the AUKUS program.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and/ or hybrid working.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement security processes guidelines in support of Policy and Standards requirements, and supervise all aspects of operational security for the business area in line with local security strategy, policies, standards and best practice.
• Review and improve frameworks and functional processes aimed at developing and enhancing best practices and integrating efficient security solutions for the security environment.
• Manage security risk assessments and mitigation strategies in line with BAE Systems Australia standards and policy, as well as coordinating with Defence contractor owners as needed.
• Support and manage the security incident process, ensuring the reporting meets mandated timelines with coordinated security investigations.
• Manage, develop and support a team of Security individuals.
• Support and manage the operational security compliance activities.
• Manage security tasks and security services based on relevant policies, standards, procedures, legislation Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) and best practice of the assigned work stream.

About YOU

• Australian Citizen, eligible to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 2[ Defence Security & ITAR clearance required.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Strong experience in all Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint.
• Demonstrated experience in security and or a Defence Industry role, including sound knowledge of the Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF), and the ability to inform and understand BAE Systems Australia’s Company policy and procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate understanding and experience in relation to the implementation of security policy and process.
• Working knowledge of Cyber Security Policy and standards.
• Sound knowledge of Physical, Personnel and Information Security.
• Must hold or be able to gain a current Department of Defence Certificate in Security Officer Training.
• Sound knowledge in handling of physical assets and document security in relation to classified projects.
• Completion of the Commonwealth COMSEC course would be desirable.

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.

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