Senior Security Engineer RFQ ID: LH-01722 ASD 2025

Due to the nature of clients we work with here at Kinexus and the projects these roles will be based on, an Australian Government Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) clearance is essential.

These opportunities do not have the ability to obtain sponsorship for a security clearance (including applicants who currently hold a security clearance seeking to upgrade).

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Security Engineers will be organised, dynamic, outcome-orientated individuals with strong communication skills. They will provide advice and guidance on IT system security issues. They will work with business stakeholders, project managers, systems architects and other groups as required, to define and support solution delivery.

Estimated start date: Tuesday, 01 July 2025

Initial contract term: Up to 18 months

Extension term: 12 months

Number of extensions: 2

Experience level: Senior - APS6 equivalent

Location of work: Canberra, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth

Working arrangements: Onsite. Onsite 5 days a week. Candidates must be willing to undergo ASD's Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement.

Maximum hours: 40 hours per week

Security clearance: Positive Vetting

ABOUT THE COMPANY

• Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) is the federal agency responsible for foreign signals intelligence, cyber warfare and information security. ASD's purpose is to defend Australia from global threats and help advance our national interests.
• Situated in Canberra, ASD employs over 2000 TSPV cleared workers. ASD's workforce is growing rapidly. Areas of growth include PMO, cyber security, systems administration and engineering, software development and network engineering.
• A top-security, complex and highly technical environment, ASD plays a vital role in the defence of Australia. Long contracts (12 months+) available.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and develop ICT system security activities
• Achieve an Authority to Operate (ATO)
• Develop a System Security Plan (SSP)
• Assess compliance with ICT security requirements
• Lead the application and compliance of security operations procedures and review information systems for actual or potential security controls to achieve ATO
• Negotiate with ICT engineers and ICT Security in the development and approval of Concept of Operations, SSPs and Executive Briefs

Technical Skills:

• At least 3 years' experience as a security engineer or similar role.
• Experience in identifying and/or applying security controls.
• Experience with security controls in cloud computing systems.
• Good knowledge of information security principles, practices and technologies.
• Demonstrable experience in ICT security activities with a focus on Linux and Windows operating systems
• High level of knowledge on ICT security threat and risk assessments and the ability to recommend mitigation/remediation strategies
• Experience in production of complex technical documentation
• Desirable: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• SCAD 3 - Security operations: Level 3 (SFIA) Investigates minor security breaches in accordance with established procedures. Assists users in defining their access rights and privileges. Performs non-standard operational security tasks. Resolves security events and operational security issues.
• SCAD 4 - Security operations: Level 4 (SFIA) Maintains operational security processes and checks that all requests for support are dealt with according to agreed procedures. Provides advice on defining access rights and the application and operation of elementary physical, procedural and technical security controls. Investigates security breaches in accordance with established procedures and recommends required actions. Provides support and checks that corrective actions are implemented.
• SCTY 4 - Information security: Level 4 (SFIA) Provides guidance on the application and operation of elementary physical, procedural and technical security controls. Explains the purpose of security controls and performs security risk and business impact analysis for medium complexity information systems. Identifies risks that arise from potential technical solution architectures. Designs alternate solutions or countermeasures and ensures they mitigate identified risks. Investigates suspected attacks and supports security incident management.
• INAS 4 - Information assurance: Level 4 (SFIA) Performs technical assessments and/or accreditation of complex or higher-risk information systems. Identifies risk mitigation measures required in addition to the standard organisation or domain measures. Establishes the requirement for accreditation evidence from delivery partners and communicates accreditation requirements to stakeholders. Contributes to planning and organisation of information assurance and accreditation activities. Contributes to development of and implementation of information assurance processes.

BENEFITS

Why work for ASD?

• Work on interesting and prestigious projects vital to the ongoing defence of Australia.
• Flexible work environment; work the hours that suit you between 7am and 7pm.
• Low attrition rate: the great variety of projects and opportunities across different business areas ensure few workers leave ASD.
• Long contracts available.
• Fantastic growth opportunities available at any stage of your career

Why Kinexus?

• Kinexus has been supplying TSPV contractors to government panels since 2004 and have a strong relationship with them. We are one of just 9 suppliers Australia-wide.
• Our experience in managing contractors in defence/national security industries means we understand the requirements from the Commonwealth, insurances and clearances.
• DISP accredited; we can hold clearances and manage renewals.
• Dedicated account manager (me!) who is your dedicated POC and offer continuous contractor care.
• Rate negotiation guidance in line with the SFIA framework.
• Dedicated payroll assistant who facilitates your taxes and super.
• We proactively chase timesheet approvers to ensure you get paid on-time and error free.
• Regular visits to Canberra for coffee, lunches and quarterly drinks events.
• We can facilitate novated car leases, LAFHA or salary sacrifice.
• We'll keep you up to date with the most appropriate, interesting opportunities in your field.
• Community matters. Kinexus supports women in Defence through our female mentoring program and rewards referrers through our Referral Rewards scheme.
• Support for your health and wellness through counselling support (EAP) available for all contractors and their families.

Kinexus is the leading recruitment partner to the defence industry in Australia. We support our community in making intelligent connections and create opportunities to help grow careers.

All applications should include your resume as a word document. For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact Joshua Said 02 9492 7516 . #LI-JS