About the Role

Earn while you learn. Gain hands-on Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) experience while completing your studies.

- Part time opportunity, 2–3 days per week, on a maximum-term contract.
- Help strengthen systems, gather evidence and produce the artefacts needed to authorise systems.
- Join a Family Friendly certified workplace that actively supports the diverse responsibilities team members have outside work.

The systems Australians rely on every day need people who can help make technology secure, accountable and acceptable for use.

From government services to Critical National Infrastructure, strong GRC practices help ensure that technology is delivered responsibly and securely.

As an ICT Cadet specialising in GRC, you’ll support the processes that:

- Identify risks.
- Maintain evidence.
- Assess obligations.
- Improve how cyber security controls are managed across environments that Australian Government clients depend on.

This is an opportunity to build your career while completing your studies. You’ll gain practical experience in:

- ICT governance
- Cyber security risk management
- Compliance reporting
- Audit support

You’ll work alongside experienced cyber and technology professionals.

About Leidos Australia

At Leidos Australia, our work goes beyond a job title. We design, build, operate and support the systems, services and capabilities that help protect and advance the Australian way of life.

Backed by a global organisation of more than 40,000 people, our Australian team of around 2,000 has partnered with government, defence and national security customers for more than 30 years.

We deliver mission-critical solutions where reliability, trust and purpose matter.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for students who are currently studying a degree or diploma in:

- Cyber Security
- Information Technology
- Information Systems
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Business Information Systems
- Risk Management
- A related discipline

This is a part-time cadetship on a maximum-term contract, designed to fit around your studies while giving you valuable paid industry experience.

You’ll be:

- Supported by experienced mentors.




- Encouraged to ask questions.
- Given meaningful work that builds your understanding of ICT governance, risk, compliance, assurance and security operations.

About You

Working within an ICT governance, risk and compliance environment, you’ll:

- Assist with the collection, review and maintenance of cyber security governance evidence.
- Support risk assessments by helping document risks, controls, treatment actions and follow-up activities.
- Contribute to reporting and prepare material for internal and external audits.
- Help maintain policies, standards, procedures, registers and other governance documentation.
- Assist with tracking remediation actions, exceptions, review dates and governance artefact updates.
- Collaborate with cyber security, service delivery, engineering and business stakeholders to support better risk-informed decision-making.

What We’re Looking For

You don’t need to be a GRC expert. We’re interested in your potential, curiosity and willingness to learn.

You’ll be someone who:

- Is an Australian citizen and able to obtain and maintain a National Security Clearance.
- Is currently studying a degree or diploma in a relevant field.
- Enjoys understanding how technology, security controls, processes and people fit together.
- Has strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Is confident asking questions and investigating detail.
- Has strong attention to detail.
- Takes care when working with evidence, documentation and reporting.
- Communicates clearly and works well with others.
- Is interested in governance frameworks, cyber security standards, audit, assurance, risk management or compliance.
- Is curious, reliable and eager to keep learning.
- Takes pride in producing quality work.

Why Join Us?





You’ll be joining a team that invests in early careers and understands that expertise is developed through support, exposure and practical experience.

We offer:

- Part-time work designed to fit around your study commitments.
- Meaningful, paid industry experience.
- Flexible working arrangements where operational requirements allow.
- Mentoring from experienced cyber security professionals.
- Ongoing technical and professional development.
- Exposure to real ICT governance, cyber security risk and compliance activities supporting Australian Government environments.
- A supportive and inclusive team where different perspectives are valued.

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of our work with Australian Government clients, applicants must be Australian citizens at the time of application and be willing and eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance.

A coordinated National Police Check and an active NV1 Security Clearance are required to work with this client.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with digital and mission-focused solutions.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos has approximately 47,000 employees globally and reported annual revenues of approximately US$16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended 3 January 2025.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are an important part of the overall employment package.

Employment benefits may include:

- Competitive compensation
- Health and wellness programs
- Income protection
- Paid leave
- Retirement benefits

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

Leidos considers qualified applicants without regard to:

- Sex
- Race
- Ethnicity
- Age
- National origin
- Citizenship
- Religion
- Physical or mental disability
- Medical condition
- Genetic information
- Pregnancy
- Family structure
- Marital status
- Ancestry
- Domestic partner status
- Sexual orientation
- Gender identity or expression
- Veteran or military status
- Any other basis prohibited by law

Leidos also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories where consistent with applicable laws.

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