Location Canberra
Job type Contract
Salary Negotiable
Specialisation Engineering, ICT, Technical, TSPV, Other
Contact person Cindace Prasad
Reference TR/062633
Call Email Cindace

RFQ-ASD-LH-03934 Security Engineer

Due to the nature of clients we work with here at Kinexus and the projects these roles will be based on, an Australian Government Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) clearance is essential.

These opportunities do not have the ability to obtain sponsorship for a security clearance (including applicants who currently hold a security clearance seeking to upgrade).

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Infrastructure Engineers implement, manage and retire the infrastructure (including physical, virtual, networking and cloud infrastructure) that supports digital services.

Estimated start date: Friday, 05 December 2025

Initial contract duration: 12 months

Extension term: 12 months

Number of extensions: 2

Location of work: ACT, SA, VIC

Working arrangements: Hybrid. Candidates must be willing to undergo ASD's Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement. Must be able to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) is the federal agency responsible for foreign signals intelligence, cyber warfare and information security. ASD's purpose is to defend Australia from global threats and help advance our national interests.

Situated in Canberra, ASD employs over 2000 TSPV cleared workers. ASD's workforce is growing rapidly. Areas of growth include PMO, cyber security, systems administration and engineering, software development and network engineering.

A top-security, complex and highly technical environment, ASD plays a vital role in the defence of Australia. Long contracts (12 months+) available.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assess a wide range of systems and configurations for cyber security issues
  • Conduct workshops and run assessment tooling to elicit information required for an accurate assessment of an environment
  • Provide recommendations for remediation of cyber security issues

TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • Security system design tools, methods and techniques
  • Integration and optimisation of system components
  • Cyber security and privacy principles and organisational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non- repudiation).
  • Skills in Countermeasure design for identified security risks.
  • Skills in Cyber threats and vulnerabilities.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE NEEDED

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in a Cyber role, demonstrating skills in:
    • Security system design tools, methods and techniques
    • Integration and optimisation of system components
    • Cyber security and privacy principles and organisational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non- repudiation).
    • Skills in Countermeasure design for identified security risks.
    • Skills in Cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Demonstrated experience in assessing security controls based on cyber security principles and tenets (e.g. CIS CSC, NIST SP 800-53, Cyber Security Framework)
  • Ability in writing code in a current supported programming language (e.g. Java, C++).
  • Experience in determining how a security system should work (including its resilience and dependability capabilities) and how changes in conditions, operations or the environment will affect these outcomes.
  • Experience in recognising vulnerabilities in security systems (e.g. vulnerability and compliance scanning)
  • Communicate with a broad range of stakeholders (Technical and non-technical), including conducting workshops to highlight security issues and their associated fixes
  • Australian Citizenship and a NV1 security clearance is essential

BENEFITS

Why work for ASD

  • Work on interesting and prestigious projects vital to the ongoing defence of Australia.
  • Flexible work environment; work the hours that suit you between 7am and 7pm.
  • Low attrition rate: the great variety of projects and opportunities across different business areas ensure few workers leave ASD.
  • Long contracts available.
  • Fantastic growth opportunities available at any stage of your career.

Why Kinexus?

  • Kinexus has been supplying TSPV contractors to government panels since 2004 and have a strong relationship with them. We are one of just 9 suppliers Australia-wide.
  • Our experience in managing contractors in defence/national security industries means we understand the requirements from the Commonwealth, insurances and clearances.
  • DISP accredited; we can hold clearances and manage renewals.
  • Dedicated account manager (me!) who is your dedicated POC and offer continuous contractor care.
  • Rate negotiation guidance in line with the SFIA framework.
  • Dedicated payroll assistant who facilitates your taxes and super.
  • We proactively chase timesheet approvers to ensure you get paid on-time and error free.
  • Regular visits to Canberra for coffee, lunches and quarterly drinks events.
  • We can facilitate novated car leases, LAFHA or salary sacrifice.
  • We'll keep you up to date with the most appropriate, interesting opportunities in your field.
  • Community matters. Kinexus supports women in Defence through our female mentoring program and rewards referrers through our Referral Rewards scheme.
  • Support for your health and wellness through counselling support (EAP) available for all contractors and their families.

Kinexus is the leading recruitment partner to the defence industry in Australia. We support our community in making intelligent connections and create opportunities to help grow careers.

All applications should include your resume as a word document. For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact Cindace Prasad at 0449 511 324. #LI-CP