Profectus is seeking an experienced IT Security Officer (ITSO) to provide security advice, guidance, and support across a complex, accredited ICT environment within Defence.
The role supports the accreditation of the environment, monitors system logs and security tools, develops and maintains security documentation, and reviews and resolves security issues.
The successful candidate will provide security advice to Defence personnel and IT Service Management functions, and liaise with relevant Defence parties on the scheduling and conduct of audits and accreditation events.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor the security posture of the environment and provide reports on security integrity, policy compliance, and workplace monitoringProvide IT security advice and guidance to Defence personnelLocate, identify, and resolve security failures as part of an endorsed Security Risk Management PlanMaintain ICT security documentation and manage security risks across the environmentProvide security advice to IT Service Management (ITSM) functions including change, problem, incident, and asset managementLiaise with relevant Defence parties for the scheduling and conduct of audits and accreditation eventsApply ITIL Service Management principles and processes under directionProvide support to designated Defence activities and engagements, including participation in planning and work routines, out-of-hours support, and some shift work as requiredHandle classified information in accordance with Commonwealth policy, including the Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF)



and Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM)Uphold Defence's obligations regarding Commonwealth Intellectual Property and international requirements including Foreign Military Sales and ITARRequired Experience5+ years of industry IT security experience, relevant military experience, or a combination of bothQualifications in an IT Security-related discipline, including ICT security certifications from a recognised industry body (e.g., SSCP, Security+, SANS), or a tertiary degree or vocational qualifications in a closely related discipline2+ years maintaining ICT system accreditation documentation in an Australian Government context, working with the DSPF and ISMExperience maintaining ICT system security configurations in an Australian Government contextDemonstrated experience with applications that log and report events across Windows, RedHat, Cisco, and VMware ecosystemsSolid working knowledge of ITIL principles and processesUnrestricted ability to deploy to ADF military installations in support of training eventsDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively with technical peers and frontline IT leadershipITIL Foundation certification or higherExperience configuring and monitoring CrowdStrike Falcon LogScale or similar security monitoring platformsPrior experience working within Defence or similarly secure, highly regulated environmentsSecurity Clearance RequirementsMust be an Australian CitizenMust have a minimum AGSVA NV1 Security ClearanceAGSVA NV2 Security Clearance is highly preferredWorking Arrangements100% onsite, in CanberraWhy ProfectusProfectus partners with Defence to deliver trusted, secure ICT capability across critical environments.
We take a long-term, relationship-driven approach, supporting our people across the full lifecycle of their engagement while contributing to outcomes of national importance.
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📌 It Security Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Profectus
📍 Canberra