Our client is a trusted partner to Australian and international public and private sector clients; they have a strong presence in Australia built on nearly three decades of delivery excellence and an unwavering commitment to safety.
About the role
The Systems Security Specialist will support the client to integrate security considerations across design, acquisition, acceptance, and sustainment, particularly for naval vessels and maritime systems.
Role Responsibilities
- Assessment and evaluation of security threats against agreed plans and implement strategies to achieve project outcomes.
- Initiating resolution of security issues by identifying and developing solutions through analysis of alternative courses of action and their implications.
- Tertiary qualifications in either Engineering (Electrical, Software or related discipline), Cyber Security or Information security or Computer Science or related technical discipline
- Demonstrated long term relevant experience in systems security, cyber security or security engineering roles
What is on offer
- The contract is 12-month extension options.
- Competitive hourly rate
To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. Due to the work environment, our client has requested that all candidates are required to hold a current NV1 Security Clearance.
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.
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting your skills, experience, and capability against the position description to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes by COB, Thursday 19th March 2026.
Please call Kandice Halls on 0480 002 461 for any further information . 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.
