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Base pay range
A$95,187.00/yr - A$108,734.00/yr
The Role
Within the ICT Security function an APS 6 ICT Security Specialist is accountable under broad direction to perform and achieve complex information security work within an integrated workforce. They are accountable to ensure they have knowledge of and compliance with legislative frameworks, government decision-making and Defences mission and policy requirements.
An APS 6 ICT Security Specialist will work independently with the opportunity for reasonable autonomy and accountability for the achievement of outcomes of their work. They will exercise both initiative and judgement in the interpretation of policy and in the application of practices and procedures.
They will provide detailed information security technical, professional and policy advice in relation to complex work and contribute to strategic planning, program and project management and policy development. An APS 6 ICT Security Specialist may coach or lead a team and be accountable to set work priorities and manage workflows.
This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Agreement (DEA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer.
About our Team
Air Force Test Ranges Squadron is to provide a safe and secure ‘Advanced Test and Training Environment’ (ATTE) in support of whole-of-Government directed activities, testing of war materiel and Force Generation (FORGEN) for the ADF, our allies and foreign partners.
The ICT Security Specialist will work with Range management and system administrators in the application of security controls that will ensure the attainment of the highest level possible of ICT security and cyber assuredness.
Our Ideal Candidate
This position will suit a person with a passion for ICT security, who has the experience to identify security risks and develop solutions to mitigate those risks.
The ideal candidate will have:
* A flair to convert ICT security and legislative policy into practical applications at the network level.
* Very strong communications skills, in order to be able to effectively explain the same issue to stakeholders ranging from System Administrators to management without any loss of fidelity.
* An affinity to helping promote a culture of maintaining network security records and documentation.
Application Closing Date: Monday 26 May 2025
For further information please review the job information pack, reference AF/03516/25 on
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management, General Business, and Other
* Industries
Government Administration and Government Relations Services
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