Security Architect Canberra

About the Role Our Federal Government Client is seeking a Security Architect. This is a long‑term contract (18 months) with long‑term extension options, located on‑site at our client’s Canberra office. Responsibilities
- Develop security architectures (current, transitional and target) based on agency strategies and plans.
- Inform and validate security requirements for current and existing capabilities; apply requirements traceability to solution designs, implementations and related documentation.
- Proactively assess the suitability of solution components against relevant architectures, strategies, policies, standards and practices; identify issues and propose options.
- Develop capability gap analysis based on the differences between the current and target state architectures, providing guidance on risk management.
- Provide advice and risk‑based guidance to support solution implementation, including managing security elements of change requests and deviations from specifications.
- Contribute to the approval of designs through architectural, security and stakeholder reviews. Qualifications
- Degree in Computer Science or other relevant field.
- Demonstrated security architecture experience of 3+ years.
- Australian citizen holding an NV2 clearance or higher, due to security clearance requirements. EEO Statement Peoplebank and Leaders IT are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need adjustments to the recruitment process due to your circumstances, please let us know—we’re here to support you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rtutm