Multiple Senior ICT Security Specialist

Senior ICT Security Specialist

📍 Location: ACT, QLD, VIC, WA
🏢 Working Arrangement: Onsite (at the discretion of the assigned work area, subject to operational need)
🔐 Security Clearance: Must hold or be able to obtain AGSVA NV1, NV2 or TSPV

🗓 Applications close: Friday, 18 July 2025 at 11:59 PM (Canberra time)
🚀 Estimated start date: Thursday, 25 September 2025
📅 Contract duration: 18 months with 2 x 12-month extensions

About the Organisation

A leading government agency within the national security community is responsible for cyber operations, signals intelligence, and information security. This agency is at the forefront of protecting Australia's interests in the digital domain, working in highly classified environments to defend the nation's most sensitive systems and infrastructure.

Joining this agency means contributing to Australia's national security while working in a mission-driven, technically advanced environment.

About the Role

The agency is seeking multiple Senior ICT Security Specialists to support the secure operation of classified ICT systems and contribute to the development of future-ready cyber capabilities. These positions are at an APS6-equivalent level within a high-performance technical team responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of secure ICT infrastructure.

Duties and Responsibilities

As a Senior ICT Security Specialist, you will:

• Conduct ICT security risk assessments and provide technical and procedural security guidance

• Identify and manage information security breaches in line with agency policies

• Offer expert advice on ICT security features across both agency-approved and industry-standard products

• Explain complex security issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Assist in the development of cyber security policy, standards, and frameworks

• Investigate and resolve security incidents, recommending preventative measures

• Lead compliance activities and governance related to ICT security operations

• Communicate clear direction and support collaboration within technical teams

• Engage in secure infrastructure design across physical, virtual, and cloud environments

Education / Certifications Required

• IRAP Assessor certification (Infosec Registered Assessors Program) is highly desirable

• Tertiary qualifications in Cyber Security, Information Security, ICT, or a related discipline are beneficial

Knowledge / Skills Required

• Strong understanding of Essential Eight, ISM, and PSPF frameworks

• Experience developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Ability to simplify and communicate complex technical systems to diverse stakeholders

• Demonstrated analytical skills and the ability to respond to security incidents

• Proven relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders

• Experience in secure system architecture across physical, virtual, and cloud environments

• Strong written and verbal communication, organisational and problem-solving skills

Employment Benefits

• Initial 18-month contract with potential for 2 x 12-month extensions

• Work that directly supports national security

• Competitive daily rates based on skills and experience

• Positions based in Canberra, with limited availability in Brisbane, Melbourne or Perth

• Career growth in one of the fastest-growing sectors in government

• Access to secure environments and cutting-edge technologies

Veterans

This agency strongly encourages Australian Defence Force veterans to apply. Your discipline, leadership, and mission-focused skills are highly valued, and tailored support is available to support your transition into a secure government role.

About Cleared Recruitment

Cleared Recruitment specialises in connecting Australia's top talent with critical roles in Defence, Federal Government, Intelligence, and National Security sectors. Our expertise spans ICT, Cyber, Engineering and Project Services - delivering the people who protect Australia.