RFQ-ASD-90-2023 Security Architect

The Security Architect is responsible for liaising closely with the Certification and Accreditation Authorities responsible for describing the cyber security threats and risks with delivery of a solution. The Security Architect will develop the security architecture/design for Cyber Security Capability whilst working cohesively and flexibly with stakeholders for the Australian Signals Directorate. The Capability delivered will enhance Australia's National Cyber Security. Major Responsibilities: Determine security requirements by evaluating business strategies and leading threat risk assessment activities; research information security standards; conduct system security and vulnerability analyses and risk assessments. Architect solutions that deliver to the ASD Mitigation strategies and meet the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF and the Australian Government Information. Review existing system security measures, recommend and implement enhancements. Develop, deliver and update System Accreditation Plan (SAP), Security Risk Management Plan (SRMP) to ensure Capability solution architecture/design(s) are able to sufficiently mitigate the identified threats. Analyse, design, develop, deliver and maintain the security perspective of a Cyber Security Capability. Liaise with certification and accreditation authorities, business stakeholders and solution architects to drive a solution/design to an accreditation outcome. Review internal/externally developed security engineering artefacts to ensure that all security requirements are addressed Advise Program Design Authority on system security threats, risks and mitigations. Other Features of the Role (e.g. location, travelling, shift hours,) The role is primarily Canberra based, with minimal travel required, however the ability to self-transport between local sites using the most efficient means is required. There may be some domestic travel required. Up to 24 month contract from the commencement date Please Note: Must hold either a current Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance OR have held a TSPV in the previous 12 month period (which has since been downgraded). Candidates with a current Defence Intelligence Agency recognised Psychological Assessment (PA) preferred but not essential. #J-18808-Ljbffr