Technical Architect – Cyber Security AssuranceThe 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.The opportunityASIO 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. 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.Role responsibilitiesAs 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 provide 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 proactively 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 ASIO's technology ecosystem.Drive the adoption of new technologies and different ways of working to ensure security requirements are at the forefront.Represent IT Security on relevant governance boards/groups and ensure security outcomes are appropriately prioritised and delivered against.What you will bringWe invite applications from people with the following attributes:Proven track record and professional history in 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.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.LocationThese 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 applyClick 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.Closing date and time07 October 2024, 17:00 AEDT
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