Assistant Security Officer

Job Description

At BAE Systems Australia

 Do interesting work that MATTERS

 ENJOY what you do

 GROW your career

 Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We have a great opportunity for a motivated and detail orientated Assistant Security Officer to join our Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) Security team. This role supports the implementation and maintenance of the Defence Industry Security Program requirements under the direction of the Security Officer and Security Lead, within fast-paced Industry and Defence operational and geographically remote sites across the country. The Assistant Security Officer will provide Defence Security advice, education, and security administration support for day-to-day operations to the JORN program.

This role will be based in Edinburgh Parks, Adelaide.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia such as a 9-day fortnight, however due to the nature of this role there will be limited work from home ability.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Delivering an efficient and timely security service to internal and external customers
• Triage and process tickets through the BAE Corporate and JORN Project Security Service Desks
• Uphold and implement Defence Security Policy within classified environments
• Process site access for internal and external stakeholders
• Maintain relevant BAE National and Program Specific Security Registers
• Assist in implementing security measures to protect Defence-classified and sensitive commercial information under BAE Systems Australia’s control
• Ensure employees and contractors maintain appropriate security clearances and compliance
• Assist in maintaining site and business security standards
• Contribute to writing and implementing security procedures and work instructions in line with the Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF) and BAE Systems Security standards
• Provide support for additional security-related tasks as needed

KEY CRITERIA:

• Australian citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 2 Defence Security Clearance (essential)
• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) regulations (essential)
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• A high attention to detail, excellent time management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work and meet deadlines and to work under pressure under a busy team environment
• Previous experience in a customer service based or similar role.
• Ability to travel between Adelaide based sites as required (essential)
• Willingness to travel interstate to support project requirements (desired)
• Completion of or willingness to complete Defence Security Officer and Risk Management Courses (essential)
• Strong experience in all Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and overall ICT literacy

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.