Job Description
We're looking for a Security Advisor to keep Austal Ships secure, compliant, and operating at a high standard. You'll manage our DISP (Defence Industry Security Program) obligations, support security strategy, oversee clearances, and lead responses to security incidents when they arise.
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Working closely with the Chief Security Officer and wider Austal Group, you'll also play a key role in ongoing security uplift initiatives and help ensure a consistent approach across defence and commercial operations.
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What's Involved
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Own and maintain DISP compliance, including accreditation across Governance, Physical and Personnel (and support Cyber).
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Act as the DISP Security Advisor for Austal Ships.
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Support and roll out group security strategy, tailoring it to suit the business.
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Lead security incident response and keep plans up to date.
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Manage and sponsor personnel security clearances with AGSVA.
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Support and deliver security uplift projects.
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Coordinate security practices across teams, locations, and programs.
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Oversee ITAR compliance, training, and audits.
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You'll Need
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NV1 clearance (AGSVA) required.
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Strong understanding of DISP, DSPF, SOCI Act, ITAR, and ISM.
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Proven experience managing security frameworks and lifting security posture.
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Confident leading incident investigations and applying lessons learned.
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Solid background in risk management (ISO *****).
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Able to influence stakeholders and build a strong security culture.
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Experience working in complex environments, handling security up to SECRET level.
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10+ years in defence security, including 5+ years in a senior role.
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Why Join Us?
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Enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package that values your contributions.
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Access career development and training opportunities to grow your career.
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Thrive in a supportive and dynamic work environment, where your voice matters.
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Explore exciting career advancement opportunities within our expanding organisation.
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At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.

📌 Security Advisor (Western Australia)
🏢 Austal
📍 Western Australia