About Us
CEA is an Australian Commonwealth company that designs, develops, manufactures and sustains advanced active phased array radar systems.
The company's design principles and commitment to investment in research and development ensures innovative thinking, technological skill, and quality fabrication.
Our programs include the ANZAC and Hunter Class frigates and air defence applications for Army and Air Force, and Range applications.
Through our longstanding and ongoing collaboration with Defence, CEA Technologies has undertaken research and development into all aspects of active electronically scanned array technologies.
This has resulted in the creation of a highly modular and scalable product suite, which have become integral to a wide range of critical Defence capabilities.
The Position
As a Security Advisor at CEA you will provide crucial support services within the national protective security office.
This will include administrative tasks to assist senior team members in the implementation, compliance and conservation of security licenses, accreditations, policies, procedures and related items.
This position is suitable for an experienced security professional who is motivated by maintaining and enhancing positive employee engagements, through fostering strong stakeholder relationships and providing accurate and informed guidance on any security queries.
Key Responsibilities
Provide subject matter expertise on one or more of the following protective security disciplines:
o Security Governance, Risk and Compliance
o Personnel Security
o Physical Security
o Communications Security
o Information Security
o Security Education, Training & Awareness
Perform various duties of the Security Officer as defined in the Defence Industry Security Program (DISP), as assigned.
Assist the Senior Security Advisor with the implementation of security measures required to maintain external security licences and accreditations.
Assist with various security administrative tasks
Assist with the preparation of incident and contact reports for submission to external agencies.
Assist with the audit,



review and update of internal security policies/procedures.
Assist with the preparation of budgets and the management of security related expenditure in an effective manner within approved budgets and delegations.
Other related duties as required, as directed by the Senior Security Advisor.
Our Benefits
Six weeks of paid annual leave per year
Superannuation of 14.0%
Free car parking
Paid parental, compassionate, defence reserve & voluntary emergency services leave
Employee assistance and wellbeing programs
Access to health insurance for the defence community, partners and families
Salary packaging for novated leasing
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Our Ideal Candidate
Preferred minimum two years' experience within a Defence or Defence Industry environment.
Strong working knowledge and experience in the management of one or more protective security disciplines (i.e. personnel security clearances, security keys, key safes, security containers, management of domestic and overseas visitors, safe-hand processes, electronic security systems such as access control, intruder alarm and CCTV).
Certificate III/IV in Security Operations and the Defence Security Officers course, or other relevant qualifications.
Intermediate skills in use of Microsoft Office and Security Systems Software.
A sound working knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire:
o Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF).
o Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF).
o Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) clearance processes.
o Security Risk Management
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to support positive employee engagement,



contractor interactions and incident reporting.
Eligibility
• An Australian Citizen;
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an AGSVA clearance – Positive Vetting (PV).
Current PV Clearance preferred.
• ITAR – This position requires employees to access equipment and data that is subject to U.S International Traffic and Arms Regulation (ITAR).
As such, applicants must disclose the following information at the time of application.
o Place of Birth
o Countries of current or past citizenship (including any dual citizenship or nationality) and residence,
o Countries of issue for current and past passports and
o Other information related to their nationality for security and ITAR compliance purposes.
To find out more about our Citizenship and Nationality requirements, please visit
How to apply
Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Please include a current copy of your resume and complete the screening questions.
Applications without these elements will not be considered.
CEA encourages the submissions of early applications as we may review, short-list and/or conduct interviews for this role prior to the closing date.
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at CEA
CEA is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create a culture where all employees are respected and empowered to contribute positively to our organisation, regardless of their cultural background, age, gender identity, neurodiversity, disability, family and carer commitments, religion or sexuality.
We welcome applications from veterans, those returning from a career break, people with disabilities and those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.
For information on Equal Employment Opportunity & Privacy or Security & Citizenship requirements please visit
Should you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.
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📌 Security Advisor (Canberra)
🏢 CEA Technologies
📍 Canberra