Security Architect

Company Description

We’re a large scale systems integration company, committed to delivering trusted solutions that help to safeguard Australia. With over 20 years’ local experience and the backing of a 32,000 global network, we currently have 1,500 employees mainly in Canberra and Melbourne. We’re growing fast and are building a business that is focused and fit for the future. Change and innovation are central to the way we work, and we thrive when developing unique, practical solutions to seriously complex challenges.

Job Description

As a Security Architect, you will be part of a team responsible for managing the security elements in system designs that lead to accreditation and certification of software systems. You will:

• Manage the security architecture of the solution design, including the integration with security models of external systems;
• Contribute to design decisions associated with security architecture and security controls;
• Ensure that system security requirements are managed and addressed throughout the system life-cycle thereby ensuring system security compliance and approval for system operation;
• Achieve certification and accreditation of the solution through ensuring the security architecture is consistent and adequately represented in the certification and accreditation process;
• Participate in system change reviews to assess the security impact of those changes;
• Prepare security documentation including Security Plans, Risk Assessments, and Certification and Accreditation packages;
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across all levels and influence key stakeholders;
• Understand industry best-practice through attending relevant cyber security events and establishing a peer network.  

Qualifications

• A Bachelor degree or higher in software engineering, computer science or a related discipline, together with substantial relevant professional experience and specialised training will be highly regarded.  Relevant certifications or Professional membership would be desirable.  

About you and what you’ll bring:

• Substantial professional experience with security architecture, certification and accreditation;
• Experience in Government information assurance requirements including the Australian Government Information Security Manual;
• Knowledge and exposure to systems and enterprise architecture, systems engineering, software and ICT engineering and interface protocols;
• Experience working on large, complex ICT projects and in Defence ICT;
• A current NV1 clearance will be required. 

Additional Information

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must be an Australian Citizen, hold a government NV-1 security clearance, with the expectation of obtaining an NV-2.

At Leidos you’ll enjoy 12 weeks’ paid parental leave as a primary carer, flexible work practices, discounted health insurance, novated leasing and more. Foster your career through complete access to learning and development and mentoring opportunities, we have a strong track record of internal promotion and career transitions. 

As a business we are focusing on setting people up for growth and success, so individuals can develop specialist skills and make significant contributions whilst broadening their experience within the cyber security field.  If this sounds like you and you have the right attitude coupled with the willingness to challenge yourself and want to be in a team delivering security capability for government – apply today.

At Leidos, we embrace diversity and are committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

At Leidos, we are passionate about our mission to make the world safer, healthier and more efficient. If you are too, then join us and Be the difference.