Security Assessment & Authorisation Consultant (Junior – Mid Roles)

Accenture Australia is seeking a skilled Security Assessment & Authorisation (A&A;) consultant to drive security risk management, system authorisation, and compliance across our Australian government and corporate footprint.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct security risk assessments to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks across projects and operational environments.
- Facilitate risk workshops with stakeholders to capture and validate security risks.
- Monitor and report on risk status, treatment progress, and residual risk to governance forums.
- Ensure security controls are implemented and tested to mitigate identified risks effectively.
- Support project managers with day‑to‑day tasks and coordination with program leads.
- Execute system security authorisation processes in accordance with ISM and RMF steps.
- Prepare and maintain risk assessments and accreditation documentation.
- Maintain security documentation as per the client’s security guidelines (security policies, incident response plans).
- Maintain accurate records of security authorisations, exceptions, and audit evidence for accreditation reviews.
- Liaise with Authorising Officers, system owners, and project teams to ensure documentation meets required standards.
- Provide guidance on ISM, Essential Eight, and Department controls during project delivery.
- Support GRC tooling establishment and ongoing management.
- Track and report on security authorisation status, documentation, deliverables, and compliance gaps.




- Assist in continuous monitoring activities and maintain documentation for audits and inspections.

Qualifications and Skills

- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field.
- Certifications such as CISM, CRISC, CISSP, IRAP Assessor, or equivalent security accreditation experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of Australian PSPF, ISM, and NIST guidelines (Govern, Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond).
- Deep understanding of the Essential 8 requirements for classified information.
- Experience with security documentation (Accreditation packages).
- Excellent documentation and organisational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret and apply ISM and security controls in practical scenarios.
- Experience in collaboration tools (SharePoint, Confluence).
- Familiarity with security GRC platforms.
- Strong communication skills for engaging operational and business stakeholders.

Security Clearance

- Current Baseline Security Clearance and willingness to upgrade to NV1.
- Australian Citizen with ability to obtain clearance.

Onsite Requirement

Must be willing to work onsite 5 days a week.

Benefits of Working at Accenture

- 18 weeks paid parental leave
- Long & short‑term career break opportunities
- Structured career development program
- Local and international career opportunities

- Certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace™
- Flexible Work Arrangements – centered on Accenture’s Truly Human ethos
- Top 3 recognition in last year’s Diversity & Inclusion Index
- WORK180 Endorsed Employer – access to comprehensive advantages and policies

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📌 Assessment and Authorisation (Canberra)
🏢 Accenture Australia
📍 Canberra