As a Senior Cyber Consultant, you will be at the forefront of delivering high quality information and cyber security consulting and advisory services for our external customers and internal business units by utilising your experience and networks to assist with developing new business and deliver successful outcomes.
This role ensures that governance frameworks are embedded, risks are effectively managed, and compliance obligations are consistently met.
Responsibilities
* Provide expert information and cyber security advice, leadership and services to support the Engineering Services & Sustainment Team.
* Deliver high-quality cyber security consulting and advisory services for clients to achieve successful outcomes.
* Perform security risk management processes, maturity assessments, and gap analyses to establish Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) aligned with relevant industry standards.
* Support and define internal project activities to protect and improve Saab’s information security posture and competitive advantage.
* Identify, develop, and maintain cooperative and collaborative working relationships with key partners, stakeholders, vendors, manufacturers and clients through successful engagements, industry events and marketing.
* Provide expert specialist information security advice to Saab’s business units during tenders and projects, and develop tender responses and customer proposals.
Key Areas of Engagement
* Information and Cyber Security Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC)
* Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Security Planning, Architecture, and Design
* Security Architecture Design, Review, and Assurance Activities Across Cloud Environments
* Information and Cyber Security Management
* Technical Security Assessments and Testing
* Security Culture and Awareness
About You
* Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Risk Management, or related field.
* Extensive experience in developing, implementing, operating and integrating Information Security Management Systems aligned with best‑practice security frameworks, policies and standards.
* Thorough knowledge and in‑depth understanding of the Information Security Manual (ISM), Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF), ISO 27001 ISMS.
* Extensive experience in security planning, design and implementation for cloud environments (AWS or Azure).
* Extensive experience in the end‑to‑end security project life cycle – defining security requirements, high‑level architecture, detailed design and implementation.
* Sound understanding of assessment and authorisation processes, security auditing, and assessment and assurance activities such as IRAP Assessments.
* In‑depth knowledge of various information security domains and technologies with industry certifications including CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Auditor.
About Us
Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 35 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.
From combat, communications, security and underwater systems, to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high‑technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.
What You Will Be Part Of
Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.
Culture And Benefits
* 6 weeks paid leave each year
* 14% superannuation
* Free Income Protection Insurance
* Flexible working options
* Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
* Access to MySaab – our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners
Applications
Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances, the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Note: This role is subject to an extended advertising period and shortlisted candidates will be contacted from 12 January 2026.
By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to: reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre‑employment medical declaration.
Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.
Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice that welcomes the interest of ex‑service members, veterans and their families.
Seniority level: Not applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing, Security and Investigations, and IT Services and IT Consulting
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