Defence Cyber Security Certification Consultant

Australia-wide | NV1 Clearance Required | Initial 6-Month Contract

Really Awesome People is seeking an experienced Defence Cyber Security Certification Consultant to support the Land Communications & Specialist Systems SPO within the Department of Defence.

Embedded within the Land C4 Systems Branch, you will provide system security assessment, authorisation and assurance services across critical Defence communications capabilities.

The role may be performed from locations across Australia, although occasional travel may be required. Candidates based in Canberra or Melbourne will be expected to attend the office part-time.

Key responsibilities

- Conduct Defence System Assessment and Authorisation activities.
- Undertake Operational Effectiveness Reviews and, where appropriate, Design Effectiveness Reviews.
- Assess and audit security controls across Defence capability systems.
- Develop Security Assessment Reports, ATO briefs, risk statements and remediation recommendations.
- Identify and assess vulnerabilities arising from security exceptions, software defects and architectural weaknesses.
- Review security documentation against the ISM, PSPF, Defence Security Policy Framework and CSAA requirements.
- Undertake structured threat modelling and cyber risk assessments.
- Support Change Control Boards with security risks, mitigations and treatment options.
- Provide trusted cyber security advice to Defence,



industry partners, OEMs and operational stakeholders.

Mandatory requirements
- Current Australian Government NV1 security clearance or higher .
- Relevant qualifications, certifications or skilled experience supporting eligibility for DCIAB-CSAA endorsement as a Cyber Security Assessor .
- This may include CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, IRAP accreditation or comparable experience.
- Strong understanding of ICT architecture, networks, platforms and operating systems.
- Demonstrated Defence cyber security, compliance and governance experience.
- Experience leading security assessments or cyber audits and producing formal reports.
- Capacity to work onsite for a minimum of three days per week where required.
- Compliance with Defence Post-Separation Employment requirements.

Previous experience within Defence, Army, CASG or C4 capability environments will be highly regarded. Contract: 30 September 2026 to 31 March 2027

Extension: Possible, subject to Commonwealth requirements

Location: Australia-wide, with occasional travel

Clearance: NV1 or higher To express your interest, apply through LinkedIn or contact Really Awesome People with your current CV and details of your clearance, location and availability.

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📌 Defence Cyber Security Certification Consultant (Canberra)
🏢 Really Awesome People
📍 Canberra