Job description
Security Devops Consultant
DFP Recruitment is urgently seeking an experienced Security Devops Consultant to join a large Federal Government Department.
The purpose of this role is to work closely with the Cybersecurity and Assurance Manager and other stakeholders to integrate security controls to the organisations applications development framework. Controls will be aligned with the Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM) and will be targeted to achieve an agreed level of maturity against the Open Web Application Security Projects, Software Assurance Maturity Model.
This is a new position, responsible for the implementation of prioritised tasks to meet the recommended maturity level under the SAMM.
The key Responsibilities:
To be considered for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen.
To Apply:
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or contact Deepika at dbhasin@dfp.com.au / +61 2 9200 3673.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
- Federal Government Opportunity
- 12 months contract initially with possible extension.
- You must be an Australian Citizen
- Location: Canberra or Melbourne or Tasmania
DFP Recruitment is urgently seeking an experienced Security Devops Consultant to join a large Federal Government Department.
The purpose of this role is to work closely with the Cybersecurity and Assurance Manager and other stakeholders to integrate security controls to the organisations applications development framework. Controls will be aligned with the Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM) and will be targeted to achieve an agreed level of maturity against the Open Web Application Security Projects, Software Assurance Maturity Model.
This is a new position, responsible for the implementation of prioritised tasks to meet the recommended maturity level under the SAMM.
The key Responsibilities:
- Drive the development of a list of prioritised activities that will implement an agreed set of controls, work practices, resources, etc. That will ensure compliance with ISM controls.
- Working with stakeholders to deliver those activities, establishing new practices, tools, procedures, etc.
- Monitor and advise on workflows to ensure the agreed maturity can be maintained and that all documentation is correct, tuning, updating or revising as necessary until the security practices are fully embedded.
- Follow instructions from the Chief Information Officer and the Cybersecurity and Assurance Manager, but not hesitate to speak up about issues or concerns and to provide relevant, reasonable and competent advice as needed, whether it is asked for or not.
- Significant experience with security tools, methods and documentation relevant to a DevSecOps workflow (5+ years).
- Demonstrated understanding of the OWASP SAMM.
- Excellent communications skills, including the ability to negotiate outcomes amongst adiverse group of stakeholders and to write well.
- Desirable – demonstrated understanding of the Information Security Manual(ISM).
To be considered for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen.
To Apply:
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or contact Deepika at dbhasin@dfp.com.au / +61 2 9200 3673.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
