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Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for clients across Defence and National Security.\nWe currently have an opportunity for a Cyber Security Engineer in Melbourne to execute security accreditation, assurance, and compliance activities in support of CA33 - Command Support Systems. The primary focus of this role is to maintain and support the security of CA33 capabilities throughout their lifecycle, ensuring compliance with Australian Government and Defence cyber security requirements.\nWhat You’ll Do\nThis role offers a broad scope, with key role responsibilities including:\nExecute and coordinate security accreditation activities for CA33 Command Support Systems.\n\nDevelop, maintain, and update security accreditation artefacts and supporting documentation.\n\nConduct security risk assessments and document identified risks, treatments, and residual risk outcomes.\n\nPrepare security assurance evidence and documentation to support accreditation and ATO outcomes.\n\nLiaise with DCIAB and relevant stakeholders to support accreditation and assurance activities.\n\nReview security-related changes and provide advice regarding impacts to accreditation status and security posture.\n\nProvide cyber security advice, recommendations, and guidance to engineering and technical personnel as required.\n\nWhat You’ll Bring\nExperience undertaking security accreditation, cyber security assurance, or system authorisation activities within Defence or Government environments.\n\nExperience conducting cyber security risk assessments and supporting ATO processes.\n\nWorking knowledge of the ISM and Defence cyber security requirements.\n\nExperience producing security accreditation documentation, risk assessments, and assurance reports.\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\n\nUnderstanding of systems engineering principles and the SDLC.\n\nFamiliarity with Defence ICT environments, command support systems, or mission systems.\n\nKnowledge of vulnerability management, system hardening, and security control implementation.\n\nDue to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain an AGSVA Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.\nMore than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.\nWhy Downer Professional Services\nAt Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace - we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests.\nWhat is means to belong at Downer Professional Services\nMeaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future. \nProfessional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice. \nGreat perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer. \n Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service. \nYou want your work to matter and so do we.With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.\nWe know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.\nWe’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of allages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals.Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. 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