Cyber Security Consultant

• Voted #8 in Best Places to Work 2024 
• Strong company culture 
• Australian owned and operated 
• Location – Melbourne or Adelaide 

An opportunity now exists for a highly motivated and skilled Cyber Security Consultant to join our Professional Services & Advisory business unit, delivering engineering workforce support across Defence and Prime Systems Integrators based in Melbourne or Adelaide. The Professional Services & Advisory team provides specialist expertise spanning systems engineering, integration, Verification & Validation, systems safety and assurance, alongside software, mechanical, electronic and aerospace disciplines.

About the role:

Working within a complex and highly regulated environment, as part of a collaborative team and reporting to the Program Manager Air, you will support Cyber security activities across the team.  You will contribute to strengthening cyber security capability while supporting the ongoing operation and compliance of Defence ICT systems.

This role will suit someone with a strong interest in cyber security and information systems who can work both independently and as part of a team. You will also enjoy working in complex environments, building strong stakeholder relationships, and contributing to the delivery of secure and resilient Defence systems. 

What you will be involved in:

• Assess, design and implement cyber security controls to protect Defence systems and information, in alignment with the Information Security Manual (ISM), PSPF and Defence cyber security frameworks
• Conduct cyber security risk assessments, vulnerability analysis and mitigation planning across ICT systems, platforms and networks throughout the system lifecycle
• Work closely with engineering, ICT, project teams and Defence stakeholders to embed security‑by‑design principles and ensure cyber requirements are met
• Providing input into cyber security processes, practices and capability development

What we would like from you:

• A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering or Software Engineering (with a focus on system security), or equivalent experience working within a Defence information or system security environment
• A recognised professional certification such as CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, SANS 401, CompTIA Security+, CISM, CISA or CRISC (or working towards)
• Experience working with Defence ICT systems or environments
• Experience supporting cyber security risk management activities, including identifying and managing risks associated with Defence technologies
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Candidates must hold a minimum NV2 security clearance and be willing to uplift to PV clearance if required.
• IRAP qualifications are highly desirable
• Generous Parental Leave: Primary Carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; Partner Carers receive 4 weeks. Full superannuation contributions for up to 52 weeks 
• Professional and Personal Development: Up to $5,000 per year of allowance with PD leave included. Up to $750 per year can be used towards wellbeing such as a gym membership or assets related to wellbeing activities 
• Additional Leave: Ranges from - Reserve, Loyalty, Emergency Services, Purchased (up to 2 weeks), and Community Service 
• Flexibility: We promote a culture that encourages and enables flexible ways of working that support our people 
• Dress For Your Day: We empower our people to determine their outfit for the activities of the day which allows for personal expression that builds trust 
• Reward & Recognition Program: Offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays, and more 
• Employee Assistance Program: for employees and family members 
• Annual Nova employee engagement: Great way to connect more broadly and strengthen your internal networks and have some fun! 
• Wellbeing Hub with access to health and fitness content 
• Access to Defence Health and Travel Insurance 
• Free Flu Vaccination annually 
• Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice 
• Nova Employee Company Share Offer 
• An inclusive, collaborative, and supportive culture 
• Social activities throughout the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari – we don’t like to take ourselves too seriously! 

Life at Nova – it all adds up! 

With people being our point of difference, we deliver on promises, reward good work, champion professional growth and support flexibility, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that recognises moments that matter. 

Life at Nova is our collection of employee benefits, designed to meet the many and varied needs of our people.  

Just a few of the great benefits you will have access to are: 

You can view the full range of benefits at https://www.novasystems.com/au/careers/life-at-nova-systems 

APPLY NOW 
Alternatively for a confidential discussion, please contact Joanne, in the Nova Talent Acquisition Team on (08) 8252 7100. 
 
Nova Systems does not accept any recruitment agency solicitation.

Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels safe, valued, and included, where our people are our point of difference. 

Nova Systems respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters in which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Nova Systems also acknowledges the services of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have contributed to defending Australia and its national interests.  

To find out more about our commitment to Reconciliation, please visit our website. 

Veteran

Nova Systems is a Veteran Employment Supporter of the Veteran Employment Program. We value the skills Veterans bring and encourage Veterans and Defence partners to apply. Nova supports our Veterans through reserve leave and top-up pay entitlements. No need to tailor the use of Defence language in your resume, we prefer to see this however, please let us know if you need support with your application. We also ensure all applications receive a response and feedback when appropriate. 

ITAR

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. To learn more, please visit: www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances 

NOVA SYSTEMS

 Nova Systems is Australia’s largest privately-owned Defence company with global reach. We are leaders in capability assurance and systems integration solving complex challenges in innovative ways.  

We are relied on to develop and test capabilities critical to national security and safety. We are trusted to integrate mission systems solutions and develop software and products that protect lives every day.  

For 25 years, Nova has brought a different perspective. From national Defence and essential services to border control and cyber security, these are the challenges we partner with our clients to anticipate, understand, and solve. We have strategically located offices in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. 

But what makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people. Nova Systems is where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. At Nova Systems, we see things differently.