Our client is a high-profile federal government agency at the forefront of national cyber defence and intelligence. Operating within a secure and dynamic environment, the agency plays a critical role in protecting Australia’s interests through advanced cyber capabilities, intelligence gathering, and strategic operations. The team is composed of highly skilled professionals working on complex and impactful projects that shape national security outcomes.
About the Role
We are seeking a Lead ICT Security Specialist (EL1 equivalent) to join a cutting-edge cyber security team in Canberra. This role focuses on identifying and assessing vulnerabilities in ICT systems and products through rigorous analysis and testing. You will be responsible for designing and implementing security controls, conducting threat modelling, and producing detailed assessment reports aligned with ISM and PSPF standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Liaising with stakeholders to support secure system design and documentation.
- Conducting security evaluations and functionality testing.
- Preparing and reviewing test plans and executing system/product analysis.
- Providing expert advice on cyber security activities including software development, forensics, electronics, and vulnerability research.
- Developing assessment briefs for senior decision-makers.
- Enhancing ICT security policy, governance, and documentation.
To be successful in this role, you must:
- Be an Australian citizen with a current Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) clearance.
- Be willing to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA), including a psychological evaluation.
- Demonstrate expertise in one or more of the following areas: information security, systems architecture, software/hardware engineering, reverse engineering, or vulnerability analysis.
- Meet essential criteria including:
- Security Evaluation and Functionality Testing (CIISEC Level 4)
- Systems Design (SFIA Level 4)
What’s on Offer
- Initial 12-month contract with two 12-month extension options
- Opportunity to work on nationally significant cyber security initiatives
- Collaborative and high-performing team environment
- Competitive daily rate and long-term career potential in a secure government setting
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT or Bendigo, VIC.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 4.
Security Requirements: Current Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance is strongly preferred, however candidates who have held a TSPV in the previous 12-month period (which has since been downgraded) may be considered. An OSA(Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 21 November 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
