Cloud Security Assessor

  • Australia
  • Australian Capital Territory
  • Contract
  • Negotiable
  • 12 months with 2 x 12-month extension options.
  • Onsite in Canberra, Melbourne, or Brisbane.
  • Australian Citizenship is mandatory, with a minimum NV2
  • Experience in security risk assessments, cloud security, and familiarity with the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM).

Role
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-profile program delivering cutting-edge cloud capabilities to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness. As a Senior Security Assessor, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security and integrity of a Secret Cloud platform, working within a collaborative and agile team environment.

Your duties will include:

  • Conducting security assessments of Cloud platform components, Cloud Service Provider (CSP) services, and related technologies.
  • Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure comprehensive and defensible security assessment outcomes.
  • Applying the Information Security Manual’s risk-based approach to conduct methodical security assessments.
  • Identifying and assessing security controls and recommending additional measures to mitigate risks.
  • Producing security assessment artefacts to support risk acceptance and authorisation decisions.
  • Engaging with security authorities, subject matter experts, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment with program goals.

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

  • Proven experience in delivering security risk assessments for large, complex technology solutions.
  • Strong communication skills to articulate security threats, risks, and recommendations to diverse stakeholders.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment, adhering to established processes and priorities.
  • Relevant IT security qualifications or certifications, such as Certified IRAP Assessor, CISA, GSNA, or a degree in Cyber Security.
  • Experience with agile methodologies and tools in delivering large-scale technology programs (desirable).
  • Cloud platform security certifications (desirable).

Application Process
If you would like to apply, please contact Emma Gibbons on +61 480 804 408 or email emma.gibbons@talentinternational.com.

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