Contract Opportunity – Federal Government | Canberra Based | NV1 Required A Federal Government department is seeking an experienced IRAP Assessor to support a major uplift of technical and security documentation for a cloud platform preparing for an upcoming IRAP assessment. This role is ideal for someone who combines deep assurance expertise with exceptional technical writing capability.

About the Role You will lead the uplift of documentation across a complex cloud environment, working closely with technical SMEs to identify gaps, gather information, and refine artefacts to meet IRAP and ISM expectations. This includes moderating content for reusability, ensuring alignment with security frameworks, and supporting technical teams to articulate system design and configuration clearly and accurately.

Key Responsibilities

Review, uplift, and produce high quality technical and security documentation

Identify documentation gaps and work with SMEs to gather required information

Support preparation activities for an IRAP assessment

Moderate and structure content to ensure reusability and appropriate security handling

Provide guidance on technical remediation where required

Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and cloud teams to ensure accuracy and completeness of artefacts

Required Experience

IRAP certification

Minimum

5 years’ experience

in Federal Government ICT environments

Strong background producing documentation such as:

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)





As Built / As Configured (ABAC) documents

High Level and Detailed Design documents

Security documentation (SSPs, SSP Annexes, etc.)

Experience working with infrastructure and application teams

Exposure to:

Microsoft technologies

Cloud platforms (Azure preferred)

DevOps practices

Application development or Infrastructure as Code

Skills & Attributes

Exceptional technical writing and communication skills

Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, structured documentation

Solid collaboration and interpersonal skills

Ability to research, learn quickly, and work effectively with SMEs and external vendors

High attention to detail and strong assurance mindset

Why This Role Matters You will play a critical part in shaping how a major government cloud platform presents itself for IRAP assessment—strengthening its documentation, clarifying its security posture, and enabling a smooth assurance process.

If you’re an IRAP Assessor who enjoys combining technical depth with documentation excellence, this opportunity offers meaningful impact within a high value environment.

We are an inclusive employer committed to fostering a diverse and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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