Senior Security and Risk Adviser – Canberra/Melbourne

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SAP’s Government Security and Secrecy (GS2) area is seeking an experienced Senior Security and Risk Adviser to join a high-performing team protecting SAP and Australia’s national interests. You’ll be advising senior leaders on all aspects of protective security and risk management in a classified environment. You’ll conduct security assessments, develop policies, deliver training, and ensure compliance with the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF).

EXPECTATIONS AND DUTIES

• Support the SAP AUDISP Chief Security Officer (CSO) across all aspects of SAP Australia’s DISP activities.
• Participate and support global GS2 projects, tasks, and compliance activities.
• Assist with the maintenance of GS2 internal stakeholder relationships in support of regional regulatory obligations.
• Support the DISP CSO to facilitate and maintain personnel security clearances in close engagement with the Australian Government Security and Vetting Agency (AGSVA).
• Support the DISP CSO to maintain Defence certified and accredited secure facilities.
• Develop and maintain a strong network of contacts with relevant authorities and security organisations and other security professionals for the benefit of SAP.
• As part of a global team, some travel, including international, may be required.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Extensive experience within Government, Defence, Defence Industry or regulated industry security roles.
• Proven track record in risk assessment, incident response, and security governance.
• Excellent understanding of PSPF, DSPF and Australian Government security standards.
• Extensive experience working with Australian Government classified information and personally identifiable information.
• Significant experience managing Defence security operations, supported by relevant training or tertiary qualifications.
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Australian Defence Security requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to build trust and collaborative relationships at all levels.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

• Undergraduate/postgraduate academic or relevant professional qualifications are highly desirable, particularly in related disciplines including, but not limited to, Government Protective Security, Information Assurance, Information Security, and Risk Management.
• Be an Australian citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Personal Security Clearance, issued by AGSVA.

LOCATION

Canberra/Melbourne - Australia

EXPECTED TRAVEL

10-30%

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