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About the Client
Our client is a high-profile 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 digital infrastructure and advancing national interests through cutting-edge cyber capabilities. The team is composed of multidisciplinary experts working collaboratively to address complex security challenges and deliver strategic outcomes.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Technical Writer to join a Canberra-based team on an initial 8-month contract, with the possibility of a 12-month extension. This role involves researching, developing, reviewing, and publishing cyber security guidance and technical advice tailored to a range of audiences. You’ll work closely with internal and external stakeholders to produce high-quality publications and contribute to strategic deliverables.
Key responsibilities include:
To be considered, you must be an Australian citizen with a current Baseline security clearance. Candidates with a Defence Intelligence Agency-recognised Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) are highly preferred. You must also be willing to undergo the agency’s OSA process prior to engagement.
Essential qualifications and experience:
Desirable attributes:
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:
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.
Contract terms: 8 months from commencement date, plus 1x 12 month extension.
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 29 July 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
Technical Writer (Cyber Security)
| Job title : | Technical Writer (Cyber Security) |
| Contract type : | Contract |
| Location : | Canberra |
| Sectors : | |
| Salary : | $110 - $130 per hour |
| Start date : | 2025-07-08 00:00:00 |
| Duration : | 8 months |
| Job Reference : | V-53991 |
| Contact name : | Damien Mackerras |
| Contact email : | damienm@whizdom.com.au |
| Job published : | about 6 hours ago |
Our client is a high-profile 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 digital infrastructure and advancing national interests through cutting-edge cyber capabilities. The team is composed of multidisciplinary experts working collaboratively to address complex security challenges and deliver strategic outcomes.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Technical Writer to join a Canberra-based team on an initial 8-month contract, with the possibility of a 12-month extension. This role involves researching, developing, reviewing, and publishing cyber security guidance and technical advice tailored to a range of audiences. You’ll work closely with internal and external stakeholders to produce high-quality publications and contribute to strategic deliverables.
Key responsibilities include:
- Producing actionable cyber security guidance and mitigation strategies.
- Conducting research on emerging technologies and cyber threats.
- Supporting technical publications through all development phases.
- Collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Assisting with governance, briefings, document reviews, and reporting.
To be considered, you must be an Australian citizen with a current Baseline security clearance. Candidates with a Defence Intelligence Agency-recognised Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) are highly preferred. You must also be willing to undergo the agency’s OSA process prior to engagement.
Essential qualifications and experience:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in cyber security.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proven leadership and time management capabilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., cyber security, IT, cloud computing).
Desirable attributes:
- Experience managing projects.
- Familiarity with governance, risk, and compliance practices.
- Knowledge of ASD’s Essential Eight maturity model and Information Security Manual.
- Competitive daily rates.
- Flexible working arrangements (subject to negotiation).
- Opportunity to contribute to national cyber security initiatives.
- Work in a secure, high-impact environment with cutting-edge technologies.
- Potential for long-term engagement through contract extensions.
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.
Contract terms: 8 months from commencement date, plus 1x 12 month extension.
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 29 July 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.