Fixed term contract until 31 October 2026 with a view to extend
Locations: Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, or Brisbane
Security Clearance: AGSVA NV1 minimum (Negative Vetting Level 1)
Work Environment: No personal electronic devices permitted on site
About the Role
Willyama Services is seeking skilled and security-cleared Cyber Security Assessors and Assessor & Auditors to support cyber assessments, audit activities, and maturity uplift initiatives across secure Defence-related environments.
In this role, you’ll work closely with Defence and government organisations to help them meet their cyber security obligations, strengthen control frameworks, and maintain a strong security posture. You will contribute to improving governance, assurance, and compliance outcomes in some of Australia’s most sensitive environments.
Work Locations & On-Site Requirements
Canberra-based roles: Require on-site attendance 5 days per week at a secure, Defence-approved facility.
Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, or Brisbane: Require on-site attendance 3 days per week, with flexible remote work for the remaining 2 days.
Key Responsibilities (All Levels)
- Conduct cyber security assessments and/or audits of systems, policies, and controls
- Review and analyse security documentation, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend remediation
- Prepare audit findings and technical reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Support cyber security maturity uplift projects and compliance initiatives
- Engage with stakeholders to improve governance and assurance practices
Role Levels
Cyber Security Assessor
An intermediate-level position suited to professionals with solid audit or assessment experience looking to grow in secure or regulated environments.
Key Duties:
- Conduct technical and policy-based risk assessments across ICT environments
- Identify security gaps, assess maturity levels, and prepare reports
- Provide cyber advisory services and support remediation projects
You Bring:
- Experience with cyber assessments or audits in government or critical infrastructure
- Familiarity with ACSC Essential Eight, ISO27001, NIST 800-171
- Strong stakeholder engagement and technical writing skills
Senior Cyber Security Assessor / Auditor
A senior-level role suited for professionals with leadership experience delivering large-scale audits and managing complex cyber security assessments.
Key Duties:
- Lead cyber audits across multiple domains and business units
- Provide strategic security advice to technical and non-technical audiences
- Develop audit frameworks and drive continuous improvement
- Present findings to executive stakeholders and lead risk mitigation initiatives
You Bring:
- Extensive experience with cyber security assessments in secure or regulated environments
- Deep knowledge of risk, assurance, and governance frameworks
- Leadership capabilities in audit planning and team coordination
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent highly desirable
Mandatory Requirements
- Australian Citizenship
- Current NV1 security clearance
- Ability to attend on-site at a secure Defence facility as required (3 or 5 days/week based on location)
- Willingness to work in a no-device secure environment
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry experience
Highly Desirable
- Experience in Defence, government, or high-assurance sectors
- Familiarity with frameworks such as ACSC Essential Eight, NIST 800-171, ISO27001
- Experience with tools such as SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint security, vulnerability management
- Industry certifications including CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+, or equivalent
Why Join Willyama Services?
- Competitive salary and employee benefits
- Work with a leading Indigenous-owned cyber security consultancy
- Career development and training opportunities in secure government sectors
- Be part of initiatives that support Australia’s national security
- Thrive in a supportive, values-driven culture: Opportunity, Trust, Courage, Lead
Apply Now
Whether you’re an emerging cyber assessor or an experienced audit lead, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and help strengthen Australia’s most critical systems.
