Scif Accreditation And Security Officer (Sa And Act)

Due to the nature of clients we work with here at Kinexus and the projects these roles will be based on, an Australian Government Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) clearance is essential.

These opportunities do not have the ability to obtain sponsorship for a security clearance (including applicants who currently hold a security clearance seeking to upgrade).

ABOUT THIS ROLE

SCIF Accreditation and Security Officer - RFQ-ASD-25-2024 - SOW 1 - Original

This procurement seeks to engage two (2) specialised security operations and accreditation roles - one Canberra and one Adelaide - based - under the skillset 'Security Administration' (SCAD) at the Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA) Level 4.

JP2289-1 is a rapidly growing 6-year project within ASD to build and uplift ASD systems and support organisation elements for the introduction of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities, communities and tactical users into the information environment. Project activities include expanding the existing network, computing systems, complex gateway services, cloud services, mission services, data management services, and deployable systems. JP2289-1 is executing a highly innovate delivery strategy enabling multi-classification working and a partnership between the ASD and Defence enterprises.

To facilitate this project outcome, ASD has a requirement for delivering a number of workforce and data facilities, these facilities are a critical element to enabling ASD capability across the enterprise. With a strong focus on security, and being ready to enable these facilities to achieve certification and accreditation.

These facilities will increase the resilience of ASD, its mission systems, classified communications, and increases capability across the information environment for the wider defence and NIC community.

JP2289-1 is seeking members with a security background with experience in the construction and/or administration of high security sites including Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) to coordinating site certification and accreditation. Their duties will involve identifying security vulnerabilities and deliver planning directives to the facility design and construction workforce.

The engaged officer must be able to work with other SCIF stakeholders to review site plans and undertake inspections to ensure building design is compliant with relevant Australian Government security protocols.

The officer will also mitigate security risks to JP2289/ASD sites, personnel, information and capabilities through the delivery of security risk assessments, treatment plans, preparing standard operating procedures, and liaising with various security and certification teams.

Current Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance is strongly preferred, however candidates who have held a TSPV in the previous 12-month period (which has since been downgraded) may be considered.

ABOUT THE COMPANY
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) is the federal agency responsible for foreign signals intelligence, cyber warfare and information security. ASD's purpose is to defend Australia from global threats and help advance our national interests.

Situated in Canberra, ASD employs over 2000 TSPV cleared workers. ASD's workforce is growing rapidly. Areas of growth include PMO, cyber security, systems administration and engineering, software development and network engineering.

A top-security, complex and highly technical environment, ASD plays a vital role in the defence of Australia. Long contracts (12 months+) available.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate reviews of architectural plans, system diagrams and other resources to identify security vulnerabilities in site design and application.
• Produce security documentation for certification and accreditation.
• Assist COMSO and USO with development and implementation of standard operating procedures.
• Negotiate with stakeholders to implement [practical physical, procedural, environmental, and technical] remediation to address identified security vulnerabilities.
• Work cohesively with other project team staff in a project setting.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• Australian Citizenship and a TSPV security clearance is essential.
• Experience as a COMSO or Unit Security Officer
• Experience in coordinating SCIF certification and accreditation compliance

BENEFITS

Why work for ASD?

• Work on interesting and prestigious projects vital to the ongoing defence of Australia.
• Flexible work environment; work the hours that suit you between 7am and 7pm.
• Low attrition rate: the great variety of projects and opportunities across different business areas ensure few workers leave ASD.
• 12 or 18 month contracts available.
• Fantastic growth opportunities available at any stage of your career.

Why Kinexus?

• Kinexus has been supplying TSPV contractors to ASD since 2004 and have a strong relationship with them. We are one of just 9 suppliers Australia-wide.
• Our experience in managing contractors in defence/national security industries means we understand the requirements from the Commonwealth, insurances and clearances.
• DISP accredited; we can hold clearances and manage renewals.
• Dedicated account manager (me!) who is your dedicated POC and offer continuous contractor care.
• Rate negotiation guidance in line with the SFIA framework.
• Dedicated payroll assistant who facilitates your taxes and super.
• We proactively chase timesheet approvers to ensure you get paid on-time and error free.
• Regular visits to Canberra for coffee, lunches and quarterly drinks events.
• We can facilitate novated car leases, LAFHA or salary sacrifice.
• We'll keep you up to date with the most appropriate, interesting opportunities in your field.
• Community matters. Kinexus supports women in Defence through our female mentoring program and rewards referrers through our Referral Rewards scheme.

Kinexus is the leading recruitment partner to the Defence Industry in Australia. We support our community in making intelligent connections and create opportunities to help them grow their careers.

All applications should include your resume as a word document. For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact Cindace Prasad at 0449 511 ***. #LI-CP