Our name isn’t the only thing that’s unique about Leidos Australia. We’re a complex systems integration company building world-class solutions across government and defence that ensure peace of mind for the entire nation. Supported by global backing from our US network, we’re trusted by our customers to deliver the most innovative answers to their most complex challenges. Seriously interesting work that benefits and safeguards every Australian. That’s where you come in.

About your new role

We have a great opportunity on our CP Program to work on high profile, complex projects for the Department of Defence. These projects vary in nature so this is your opportunity to make your mark, and work with highly skilled teams that are leaders in their respective fields.

As a Security Architect you will be responsible for managing the security design leading 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 in conjunction with the Chief Security Architect;
• 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;
• 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.  

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 (ISM) and Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF) ;
• 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 and be eligible for a Defence NV2 clearance. 

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.  

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 lead a team delivering capability for government  – apply today.