Information Security Specialist - IRAP

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Detail information about job Information Security Specialist - IRAP. Terms and conditions vacancy

Introduction
At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge - to make the world a safer place.

What you will be a part of
Saab Australia develops advanced defence and security systems for domestic and international markets. Our intuitive real-time command and control; command support; security and surveillance; and mixed reality applications are designed to adapt to today’s rapidly changing defence and security challenges. Over thirty years, the company has established a reputation as Australia’s leading capability systems integrator. We develop technology that pushes boundaries and breaks conventions to keep people and society safe.

Offering a fresh, vibrant place to work, Saab backs its commitment to offering a healthy work-life balance with up to six weeks’ annual leave, flexible working hours, salary sacrifice, income protection insurance and an active Social Club.

Your role
As part of Saab Australia’s Security & Risk team, the Information Security Specialist (IRAP) will provide expert information security advice and services to support and develop the Security & Risk line of business with external customers focusing on Saab’s growing IRAP activities. The Information Security Specialist (IRAP) will also provide expertise and take a lead role in supporting and defining Saab internal project activities where required to help protect and improve Saab’s information security posture and competitive advantage.

Key responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Assisting in identifying profitable business opportunities that align with the Saab Australia’s Business Plan;
• Gathering and disseminating intelligence on customer and competitor intentions;
• Participating in tendering work and on occasion take on the role of Tender Manager to secure Security & Risk projects/services contracts;
• Assisting Saab’s Business Units in providing specialist information security advice and assistance in tenders and other project activities.
• Providing assistance and support to Saab Australia’s internal operations and environments as well as external projects with Security & Risk related deliverable systems for conformance to required accreditations and satisfy the requirements of company security policies;
• Directly engaging with customers and undertaking actual hands on activities required to generate revenue.
• Taking the lead role in Saab’s industry involvement in key projects, such as SEA1000, SEA5000 and others as they arise
• Providing Information Security risk advice across the Saab organisation and client base
• Liaising and maintaining working relationships with key partners, vendors and manufacturers;
• Maintaining and developing customer relationships through successful engagements, industry events, and marketing.

Your skills and experience
Essential:

• Strong experience in the collection, presentation and analysis of information;
• Broad knowledge and experience across various information security domains and technologies;
• Understanding of Security Architecture Design.
• Thorough understanding on the Information Security Manual (ISM), Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF), Defence Security Manual (DSM)/Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF) and other security policy documents;
• Experience in the end-to-end security project life cycle - defining security requirements, high level architecture, detailed design & implementation;
• Experience performing security risk assessments;
• Demonstrated ability to apply security frameworks, policies and standards into operational context and provide practical advice based on them;
• Proven ability in thinking laterally, identifying risks and applying analytical skills to develop appropriate options for integrated security controls;
• Experience in establishing service or security management systems and continuous improvement programs;
• Industry certifications from: CISSP; CISA; CISM; CRISC; ISO 27001.
• Experience working in and/or with classified defence industry environments;
• Must be an Australian citizen and able to meet citizen eligibility requirements to comply with Defence Industry security requirements.

Desirable:

• IRAP industry certification (if not currently certified for IRAP, then must have willingness to gain certification within 3-6 months).
• Certification and accreditation of Defence or Government ICT systems.

Applications:
Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application by 24 July 2018. Please contact Josh Deane for a copy of the full position description.

Location:
Whilst advertised in Canberra, we will also accept applications from those willing to be based out of Adelaide.



To work at Saab you must comply with Defence Industry security requirements (i.e. you will be an Australian citizen or able to meet eligibility requirements).

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply.

Saab Australia is a proud supporter of the Veterans’ Employment Program and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.



About Saab
Saab is a global defence and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defence, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number 15,500 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one-fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development.

Saab is also a company with opportunities. A company where we see diversity as an asset and where you have both considerable responsibility and good opportunities for advancing in your career. But also a company that respects each person’s needs for a rewarding life beyond work.