Overview
Leidos Australia delivers IT and airborne solutions that protect and advance the Australian way of life. Our 2000 local experts, backed by our global experience and network of partners, solve the world's toughest challenges in government, intelligence, defence, aviation, border protection and health markets.
Your New Role And Responsibilities
The JCSE team supports the advanced systems at Headquarters Joint Operations Command (HQJOC)—a critical hub for multi-agency collaboration and command of Australian Defence Force operations. With 113 integrated operational spaces, HQJOC relies on seamless system coordination to ensure mission success.
The IT Security Officer will support our customers technology, where an overview of responsibilities includes:
* Oversee adherence to Defence security frameworks (ISM, DSPF) and manage system accreditation.
* Conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and maintain security documentation.
* Define and enforce security controls, access management, and data protection measures.
* Lead incident response planning, continuous monitoring, and vulnerability management.
* Provide guidance and training to project teams and stakeholders on security best practices.
What You'll Bring To Make An Impact
* Strong understanding of the Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM), DSPF, and related compliance standards.
* Experience in risk management, security architecture, and incident response for mission-critical systems.
* Familiarity with network security, identity and access management, and secure system design.
* Proven experience in system certification and accreditation processes within Defence or similar regulated environments.
* Australian Citizen and active NV-2 AGSVA security clearance.
Don't worry if you don't tick all the boxes – if you meet most of them, we encourage you to submit your application. We're most interested in your strengths, what you want to learn and how far you want to go.
Diversity, Inclusion and Next Steps
Leidos Australia is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups. Our Advocacy Groups provide opportunities to connect and collaborate on shared interests.
Next Steps
* To apply for this role, follow the links or apply via our Careers page.
* Recruitment process - 1 virtual interview and/or 1 face-to-face & background checks.
* Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements. In certain circumstances this can place limitations on persons who hold dual nationality, permanent residency or are former nationals of certain countries as per ITAR 126.1.
* We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please get in touch with our Careers team careers.au@au.leidos.com if you'd like to discuss any additional support during your application or throughout the recruitment process.
Compliance and Security Notice
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process, nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process. Leidos will only communicate through emails generated by the Leidos.com automated system. If you receive a suspicious email, please contact LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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