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Cyber Security Assessor / Assessor & Auditor

Cyber Security Assessor / Assessor & Auditor

Xprt DevCanberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
1 day ago
Job description

Cyber Security Assessor / Assessor & Auditor

Willyama

Location : Canberra, ACT

Salary : A$140,000‑$170,000 a year

Work style : Hybrid

Posted : 7 days ago

  • Locations : Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, or Brisbane
  • Security Clearance : AGSVA NV1 minimum (Negative Vetting Level 1)
  • Work Environment : No personal electronic devices permitted on site

About the Role

Willyama Services is seeking skilled and security‑cleared Cyber Security Assessors and Assessor & Auditors to support cyber assessments, audit activities, and maturity uplift initiatives across secure Defence‑related environments.

In this role, you’ll work closely with Defence and government organisations to help them meet their cyber security obligations, strengthen control frameworks, and maintain a strong security posture. You will contribute to improving governance, assurance, and compliance outcomes in some of Australia's most sensitive environments.

Work Locations & On‑Site Requirements

Canberra‑based roles : Require on‑site attendance 5 days per week at a secure, Defence‑approved facility.

Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, or Brisbane : Require on‑site attendance 3 days per week, with flexible remote work for the remaining 2 days.

Key Responsibilities (All Levels)

  • Conduct cyber security assessments and / or audits of systems, policies, and controls
  • Review and analyse security documentation, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend remediation
  • Prepare audit findings and technical reports for internal and external stakeholders
  • Support cyber security maturity uplift projects and compliance initiatives
  • Engage with stakeholders to improve governance and assurance practices
  • Cyber Security Assessor

    An intermediate‑level position suited to professionals with solid audit or assessment experience looking to grow in secure or regulated environments.

    Key Duties

  • Conduct technical and policy‑based risk assessments across ICT environments
  • Identify security gaps, assess maturity levels, and prepare reports
  • Provide cyber advisory services and support remediation projects
  • You Bring

  • Experience with cyber assessments or audits in government or critical infrastructure
  • Familiarity with ACSC Essential Eight, ISO27001, NIST 800‑171
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and technical writing skills
  • Senior Cyber Security Assessor / Auditor

    A senior‑level role suited for professionals with leadership experience delivering large‑scale audits and managing complex cyber security assessments.

    Key Duties

  • Lead cyber audits across multiple domains and business units
  • Provide strategic security advice to technical and non‑technical audiences
  • Develop audit frameworks and drive continuous improvement
  • Present findings to executive stakeholders and lead risk mitigation initiatives
  • You Bring

  • Extensive experience with cyber security assessments in secure or regulated environments
  • Deep knowledge of risk, assurance, and governance frameworks
  • Leadership capabilities in audit planning and team coordination
  • Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent highly desirable
  • Mandatory Requirements

  • Current NV1 security clearance
  • Ability to attend on‑site at a secure Defence facility as required (3 or 5 days / week based on location)
  • Willingness to work in a no‑device secure environment
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry experience
  • Highly Desirable

  • Experience in Defence, government, or high‑assurance sectors
  • Familiarity with frameworks such as ACSC Essential Eight, NIST 800‑171, ISO27001
  • Experience with tools such as SIEM, firewalls, IDS / IPS, endpoint security, vulnerability management
  • Industry certifications including CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+, or equivalent
  • Why Join Willyama Services?

  • Competitive salary and employee benefits
  • Work with a leading Indigenous‑owned cyber security consultancy
  • Career development and training opportunities in secure government sectors
  • Be part of initiatives that support Australia’s national security
  • Thrive in a supportive, values‑driven culture : Opportunity, Trust, Courage, Lead
  • Apply Now

    Whether you're an emerging cyber assessor or an experienced audit lead, we want to hear from you.

    Apply today and help strengthen Australia’s most critical systems.

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