Assistant Director Cyber Incident Response Coordination

Job Description

Defence is committed to supporting workplace flexibility. Please contact the contact officer for further details. Learn how a merit list or pool may be used Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool. If the applicant agrees, the results may be shared with other Australian Public Service (APS) agencies for filling similar roles. Applicants may be offered a future role without the need to reapply. A merit list or pool may be used for up to 18 months. This merit list or pool may be used to fill other vacancies in Harman, Macleod. Assistant Director Cyber Incident Response Coordination Harman ACT, Macleod VIC The key duties of the position include: The Role Within Defence Security Operations Centre (DSOC), the EL1 Cyber Incident Response and Coordination (CIRC) is responsible for leading a team of cyber security professionals in the assessment, management and remediation of cyber security incidents across Defence. The role requires an in-depth knowledge of contemporary incident response frameworks, methodologies, and understanding of relevant Whole of Government (PSPF and ISM) policies and regulations relevant to cyber security and incident response. Duties include: Coordination and management of cyber security incident response teams. Development of cyber security incident response processes, enabling repeatability and consistency in response actions. Timely and accurate assessment of cyber security incidents. Undertake complex problem solving and coordination activities, and perform detailed, time sensitive work in support of operational and strategic outcomes for Defence. Be responsible for building team capability through coaching, feedback and mentoring activities to build resiliency and technical competency across a multi-disciplinary team. This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Agreement (DEA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer. About our Team DSOC is the strategic centre for Cyber Security Operations within Defence. DSOC provides mission focused services across the Defence enterprise through a range of Cyber Security Operations functions including Incident Response, Digital Forensic and Hunt. DSOC staff have access to contemporary tools, training, and support to enable them to achieve high quality, responsive, and dynamic outcomes in support of Defence and its mission. DSOC is a dynamic, collaborative and agile team, committed to providing opportunity for professional development whilst also contributing to key strategic outcomes. DSOC consists of a diverse workforce of complementary skillsets, inclusive of APS, ADF, and contractors. DSOC routinely engages with a wide range of stakeholders across the Department, Whole-of-Government, Defence Industry and others, to identify new opportunities for improvement and collaboration. Our Ideal Candidate Our ideal candidate will be: Experienced in building and sustaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders with the ability to explain complex concepts confidently, persuasively and tailored to the audience. Experienced in leading incident response, cyber security operations teams and capabilities, or leading in similar high tempo operational roles. Possessive of an in-depth knowledge of relevant cyber security frameworks and standards and the application of these in support of incident response. A pragmatic self-starter with a proven ability to manage competing priorities to a high standard of accuracy within allocated timeframes. Possessive of well-developed organisational and analytical skills. Able to switch priorities dynamically whilst maintaining focus of overarching strategic goals. Demonstrated experience in managing and leading multi-disciplinary teams. Experienced in empowering their team through setting clear performance standards, providing constructive feedback and offering support in order to achieve a shared mission. Security Clearance: Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 2”. RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: Getting to know the Department of Defence The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr