We’re a large scale systems integration company, committed to delivering trusted solutions that help to safeguard Australia. With over 20 years’ local experience and the backing of a 32,000 global network, we currently have 1,000 employees mainly in Canberra and Melbourne. We’re growing fast and are building a business that is focused and fit for the future. Change and innovation are central to the way we work, and we thrive when developing unique, practical solutions to seriously complex challenges.

We have a great opportunity 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.  

Additional Information

At Leidos you’ll enjoy 12 weeks paid parental leave as a primary carer, flexible work practices, discounted health insurance, novated leasing and more. We have a strong track record of internal promotion and career transitions.