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About the Client
Our client is a high-profile government agency at the forefront of national security and technology innovation. Operating within a dynamic and mission-critical environment, they deliver cutting-edge capabilities that support Australia's strategic interests. The organisation is known for its commitment to excellence, collaboration, and the development of secure, forward-thinking solutions.
About the Role
Seeking a Security Architect to deliver tailored technical advice for priority ICT projects undertaken across the Australian Government, with a focus on uplifting the cybersecurity posture and quality of security architecture across government.
You’ll be part of a collaborative team delivering innovative technology solutions, with responsibilities spanning from project planning and reporting to stakeholder engagement and configuration control. The role is based in Canberra and offers a 12-month contract with two possible 12-month extensions.
The Successful Candidate
To be successful in this role, you will be a highly organised and outcome-driven professional with strong communication and problem-solving skills. You will have:
What’s on Offer
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus 2x 12 month potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 4/5.
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 along with NV1 and NV2 Security Clearance . A 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 9am Tuesday 26 August 2025.
Reach Joanne on 0480 002 454 or Joanne@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
Security Architect
| Job title : | Security Architect |
| Contract type : | Contract |
| Location : | Canberra |
| Sectors : | |
| Salary : | $160 - $195 per hour |
| Start date : | 2025-08-06 |
| Duration : | 12.0 MONTH |
| Job Reference : | V-54854 |
| Contact name : | Joanne Finchett |
| Contact email : | joanne@whizdom.com.au |
| Job published : | 3 days ago |
Our client is a high-profile government agency at the forefront of national security and technology innovation. Operating within a dynamic and mission-critical environment, they deliver cutting-edge capabilities that support Australia's strategic interests. The organisation is known for its commitment to excellence, collaboration, and the development of secure, forward-thinking solutions.
About the Role
Seeking a Security Architect to deliver tailored technical advice for priority ICT projects undertaken across the Australian Government, with a focus on uplifting the cybersecurity posture and quality of security architecture across government.
You’ll be part of a collaborative team delivering innovative technology solutions, with responsibilities spanning from project planning and reporting to stakeholder engagement and configuration control. The role is based in Canberra and offers a 12-month contract with two possible 12-month extensions.
The Successful Candidate
To be successful in this role, you will be a highly organised and outcome-driven professional with strong communication and problem-solving skills. You will have:
- Holds a Degree in computer science or other relevant field.
- Experience developing and applying security architecture best practices to enterprise and bespoke ICT systems to achieve capability outcomes with proportionate security assurance.
- Experience providing tailored and robust ICT security advice to technical & project staff
- A current or reactivatable TSPV clearance is preferred, however NV1 or NV2 will be considered.
- Candidates with a Defence-recognised Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) are highly preferred.
What’s on Offer
- A long-term contract opportunity (initial 12 months + 2 x 12-month extensions).
- Flexible working arrangements within a secure and high-impact environment.
- The chance to contribute to nationally significant ICT programs.
- Competitive daily rates and professional development opportunities.
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.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus 2x 12 month potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 4/5.
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 along with NV1 and NV2 Security Clearance . A 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 9am Tuesday 26 August 2025.
Reach Joanne on 0480 002 454 or Joanne@whizdom.com.au for any further information.