Technical Architect – Cyber Security Assurance
The Organisation
The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security. In a complex, challenging and changing security environment, our success is built on the imagination and intelligence of our team. ASIO’s people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things – they are our most important asset. To be successful in our mission, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient.
We seek to reflect the diversity of the community we protect. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. We are secretive about what we do, not what we value.
The opportunity
ASIO is seeking a Technical Architect at the SITEB (EL2 equivalent) that will analyse complex ICT systems, deliver technical security advice and inform technical security decisions to ensure ASIO’s ICT solutions are fit-for-purpose, secure by design and aligned to ASIO’s requirements. As a Technical Architect in ASIO, you will be working closely with internal stakeholders, managed service providers, and domestic and international partners to ensure our capabilities are secure and remain so during the life cycle of operation. You will be managing ASIO’s security engineering principles, standards and practices, and contributing to the delivery of ASIO’s Cyber Security Strategy and strategic vision.
As a Cyber Security specialist in ASIO, you could be involved in the protection of ASIO from insider and cyber threats, or directly contribute to ASIO’s operational activities. ASIO will provide you with the opportunity to develop, expand and apply your skills across the full breadth of its cyber security functions.
A merit pool may be created to fill future vacancies which have the same or similar requirements to this position. This merit pool will be valid for up to 18 months.
Role responsibilities
As a Technical Architect, Cyber Security Assurance, you will:
- Promote, enable and provide specialist security advice on the design and architecture of new and emerging systems in alignment with existing implementations to provided continual security uplift.
- Govern system design ensuring conformance with industry and government security frameworks, policies and standards.
- Conduct risk assessments against vulnerabilities and threats to determine the security controls to proactivity remediate and reduce security risks and concerns.
- Conduct security requirements and control analysis of new capabilities to identify gaps and enhancements that can be included to deliver security by design.
- Closely collaborate with technical specialists across ASIO and domestic and international partners to ensure the secure design and implementation of the ASIO’s technology ecosystem.
- Drive the adoption of new technologies and different ways of working to ensure security requirements are at the forefront (e.g. ensuring the secure delivery of ASIO’s cloud adoption and migration and working with DevOps teams to assess and promote a DevSecOps culture).
- Represent IT Security on relevant governance boards/groups and ensure security outcomes are appropriately prioritised and delivered against.
What you will bring
We invite applications from people with the following attributes:
- Proven track record and professional history in the cyber security engineering to deliver secure, trustworthy, sustainable and cyber resilient ICT enabled capabilities.
- Knowledge of information security Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC), security architecture concepts, cloud security and DevSecOps.
- Solid understanding of AWS security architecture concepts and knowledge and experience with cloud services such as containers, CI/CD pipelines, secure code management.
- Experienced in the design, implementation, and/or maintenance of enterprise systems.
- Strong security awareness and risk management skills.
- Strong knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and technologies.
- Strong ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing – including effectiveness in negotiation, consultation and representation both internally and externally.
- Excellent collaboration skills and demonstrated ability to lead the delivery of secure outcomes in complex scenarios.
- Relevant qualifications within cyber security and/or technical specialisations (e.g. CISSP, CRISC, SABSA, etc.) are highly desirable.
What we offer you
ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:
- A competitive salary, including a 7.5 per cent allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.
- Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4 per cent.
- A variety of leave options, in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave to ensure your work-life balance.
- Flexible working arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance. (Please note: due to our unique working environment, work from home options are generally not available).
- Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.
- Access to 7 staff-led diversity and inclusion networks.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Eligibility
To be eligible for the role, you must be:
- An Australian citizen.
- Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.
ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome and value applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable adjustments
Please advise us if you require any additional assistance in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace.
Location
These positions are located in Canberra, ACT & Sydney, NSW and applicants must be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is provided to successful candidates where ASIO requires you to relocate.
How to apply
Click on ‘Apply online’ to commence your application. Your application must be complete and include the following:
- A written pitch of up to 800 words using examples to demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements.
- A current CV, no more than 2 pages in length, outlining your employment history, the dates and a brief description of your role, as well as any academic qualifications or relevant training you may have undertaken.
- Details of 2 referees, which must include a current or previous manager.
All employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles and candidates must be prepared to undergo various selection stages.
ASIO holds all employment applications in the strictest of confidence. It is essential that you do the same. Please do not discuss your application with others as doing so may adversely affect your potential employment.
Closing date and time
07 October 2024, 17:00pm AEDT
No extensions will be granted and late applications will not be accepted.
The Recruitment Selection Process – what to expect
We thank all applicants for their interest in applying for this position. Please be advised that our selection process is rigorous and extensive.
All employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles and candidates must be prepared to undergo various selection stages. The stages themselves may include; application submission, eligibility checks, online testing, skills-based assessment and panel discussion.
ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for candidates to participate within all stages of the selection process. These opportunities may include reasonable adjustment to assessment methodologies to enable full participation. Please let us know if you require any additional assistance or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace.
ASIO holds all employment applications in the strictest of confidence. It is essential that you do the same. Please do not discuss your application with others as doing so may adversely affect your potential employment.
We ask all applicants for their patience throughout the process. Once complete, we will notify unsuccessful candidates but will not provide feedback on any aspect of the selection process.
Employment conditions
Employment is under the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979. Conditions of service are similar to those applying in the Australian Public Service. We recognise entitlements accrued under the Public Service Act 1999 and provide for continuation of superannuation under the Commonwealth schemes. Salary packaging arrangements are also available.
Enquiries
If you require further information after reading the selection documentation, please contact ASIO Recruitment at careers@asio.gov.au or phone 02 6257 4916.
More information
For more information about ASIO, please visit: www.asio.gov.au.