Senior Cyber Consultant

About the role:

Join Saab Australia as a Senior Cyber Security Consultant!

At Saab Australia, we deliver advanced defence, security, and cyber solutions that support Australia’s sovereign capability and national security. As our cyber and information security capability continues to grow, we are seeking a Senior Cyber Security Consultant to play a pivotal role in delivering high-impact security outcomes across complex defence environments.

This is an opportunity to operate at the intersection of technical excellence, advisory influence, and strategic delivery—supporting both our internal programs and a diverse portfolio of external clients.

We work in a fast-paced, demanding, challenging as well as time sensitive environment; we’re diverse, global, resilient, adaptable and agile, therefore the ability to solve problems is critical.

Along with satisfaction & rewards that comes with working for a global defence company, you can expect a generous salary, a range of outstanding benefits & an inclusive working environment.

This position also offers Flexible working options and a 9 Day Fortnight.

The Opportunity:

Reporting into senior engineering leadership, this role sits within our Engineering & Sustainment Services capability and is instrumental in delivering end-to-end cyber security consulting and advisory services.

You will take a lead role across engagements, providing expert guidance on security architecture, governance, risk, and compliance, while contributing to business growth through client engagement and proposal development.

This role is ideally suited to a cyber professional who is equally comfortable deep in technical problem-solving and at the table with senior stakeholders.

Key responsibilities:

Cyber Advisory & Delivery

• Lead the delivery of high-quality cyber and information security consulting services across internal programs and external clients
• Provide expert advice across:
  • ICT Security planning, architecture, design, and engineering
  • Security architecture for cloud environments (AWS / Azure)
  • Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) frameworks
• Technical security assessments, assurance, and testing

Security Governance & Risk

• Conduct security risk assessments, maturity assessments, and gap analyses
• Design and implement Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) aligned with frameworks such as ISO 27001
• Support assessment and authorisation activities, including IRAP-aligned engagements

Stakeholder Engagement & Business Impact

• Lead client engagements across Defence and industry, building trusted relationships
• Provide specialist cyber input into tenders, proposals, and project delivery
• Support internal business units to uplift Saab’s security posture and competitive positioning

Capability & Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to the evolution of Saab’s cyber capability and service offerings
• Drive continuous improvement across cyber practices, tools, and methodologies
• Represent Saab in relevant industry forums and engagements

About you

You are an experienced cyber security professional with a strong consulting mindset and the ability to operate across both technical and advisory domains.

You bring credibility, influence, and an approach to solving complex security challenges within highly regulated environments such as Defence.

Experience & Skills:

• Extensive experience across the end-to-end system security engineering lifecycle
• Strong background in:
  • Security architecture, design, and implementation
  • Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
  • Security assessments, auditing, and assurance
• Proven experience designing and implementing ISMS aligned with ISO 27001
• Deep understanding of:
  • Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM)
  • Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF)
  • Security accreditation and authorisation processes (e.g. IRAP)
• Hands-on experience securing cloud environments (AWS and/or Azure)
• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence stakeholders across technical and non-technical audiences

Certifications (Highly Regarded)

• CISSP
• CISM / CISA / CRISC
• ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Auditor

Personal Attributes:

• Self-aware, accountable, and committed to personal and team development.
• Excellent communicator, able to set clear expectations and provide feedback.

As Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an NV1 clearance.

This an opportunity to shape how cyber security is designed, implemented, and governed across critical Defence environments.

If you are looking to step into a role where your expertise will influence both immediate delivery and long-term capability, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

About us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 30 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.

From combat, communications, security and underwater systems, to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose.

Culture and benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.

By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised.  You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.

As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

• 6 weeks paid leave each year
• 14% Superannuation
• Free Income Protection Insurance
• Flexible working options
• Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
• Access to MySaab; our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners

For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent:

https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life

Applications

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances, the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to:  reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families