Irap/Cyber Security Assessor - Gateway

Our Federal Government client is seeking an experienced IRAP/Cyber Security Assessor to join their Canberra, Melbourne or Sydney team. This is a 12 month contract role with 2x12 months extension option. The successful candidate must be an Australian Citizen with an NV1 Security clearance.

• 12 month contact with 2x12 month extensions.
• Open for Australian Citizens with an active NV1 Security Clearance.
• Open for Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne candidates
• Hybrid working arrangement ( 2 days from WFH and 3 days from the office).
• Paxus pays weekly.

The IRAP / Cyber Security Assessor will be responsible for evaluating and assessing the security frameworks, technologies and practices within Federal departments to identify security gaps and vulnerabilities, conduct risk assessments and identify compliance gaps. The successful candidate will work closely with subject matter experts to create clear and concise technical security documentation, manuals and guides to effectively communicate complex technical information to various stakeholders.To be successful in this role you must:

• Conduct comprehensive assessment of Gateway infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and compliance gaps.
• Evaluate adherence and compliance with GRC framework including PSPF, ISM controls and ACSC Essential 8.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and advise on security controls and appropriate procedures / policies to maintain and enhance our overall security posture.
• Conduct periodic assessment and maintain agency's security posture up to the protected classification level.
• Create and maintain technical documentation that supports Infrastructure projects and operations.
• Work with subject matter experts to develop work instructions, fact sheets, procedures, user guides, and quick reference guides.
• Maintain version controls to ensure consistency, compliance, and accuracy of technical documentation and knowledge articles.
• Select, adopt and adapt appropriate process definition and management methods, tools and techniques to deliver technical and business process documentation and specifications.
• Peer and quality review documents.

To be considered for this role you must have:

• Demonstrate in-depth experience with evaluating and implementing cyber security best practices of the GRC framework, the PSPF, ISM controls, ACSC Essential 8, audits, reports and IRAP.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio, and proven technical writing experience.
• Practical industry experience as a certified IRAP assessor.
• Possess cyber security industry recognised certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, GSLC, CRISC and GSNA.
• Demonstrate experience in the design and development of ICT Technical documentation including network/security/cloud/cyber design documentation, network diagrams and technical procedures.
• Well-developed writing skills, with demonstrated ability to write in a clear and concise manner, and to convey information effectively to staff of different levels and with different information requirements.
• Demonstrate design skills including the ability to produce well formatted documents and clear illustrations/diagrams

When inquiring about the role, please quote the job number #265756To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Irina Alrogi on +61 (0)2 6151 9203 or email: ialrogi@paxus.com.au and quote the above job reference number.Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.