GRC Specialist – Defence Sector

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GRC Specialist – Defence Sector

Your KBR future – delivering solutions and changing the world

About KBR :

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.

KBR delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people performing diverse, complex, and mission-critical roles in 33 countries.

For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects.

With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers.

We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our Defence customers. From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR.

KBR comprises a talented team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the Defence force.

The Opportunity :

KBR is seeking expressions of interest from experienced GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) Specialists to support critical Defence programs in Brisbane or Canberra .

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the management of governance, risk, and compliance activities within the Defence sector, supporting major capability projects and ensuring compliance with Defence and Commonwealth regulations. The role offers a chance to work within a highly collaborative and dynamic environment, supporting the secure and effective delivery of Defence capabilities.

The key responsibilities of the role will include, but is not limited to :

Lead the development and implementation of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks in line with Defence, Commonwealth standards, and industry best practices.

Identify and assess organisational and project risks, developing appropriate mitigation strategies to ensure compliance with Defence security and regulatory requirements.

Support the delivery of risk assessments, including qualitative and quantitative analysis, risk registers, and risk treatment plans.

Develop and maintain GRC documentation, including risk management plans, compliance frameworks, and reports.

Collaborate with Defence stakeholders, project teams, and contractors to ensure effective risk management practices are in place across all stages of capability development, integration, and sustainment.

Provide expertise and guidance on risk governance and regulatory compliance issues, ensuring Defence projects align with Defence Assurance and Security requirements.

Support the integration of risk management tools and systems, enabling seamless tracking, monitoring, and reporting of GRC activities.

As the ideal candidate you will bring :

Tertiary qualifications in Business, Information Systems, Risk Management, or a related discipline.

Minimum 5 years’ experience in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) within Defence, Government, or highly regulated industries.

Strong knowledge of Defence regulations, risk management frameworks, and compliance standards, including ISO 31000, AS / NZS ISO 9001, and relevant Defence standards.

Experience in implementing and managing risk management processes, including risk identification, assessment, and mitigation.

Familiarity with GRC software tools (e.g. RSA Archer, MetricStream, or similar tools).

Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex GRC concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Australian Citizenship is essential to meet security clearance requirements.

NV1 security clearance or the ability to obtain is highly regarded.

Benefits of KBR

A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US)

Flexible working conditions

Competitive salary (including annual reviews)

Paid Parental leave

Paid Reservist leave

Income protection

Corporate rewards

Salary packaging / Novated leasing

Discounted employee stock purchase plans

Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts

Career development : Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!

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