Cyber Security Analyst

The Role

The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

The Australian Submarine Agency Information Control Branch is seeking highly motivated individuals to fill multiple roles in the Information Systems and Information & Cyber Security teams. As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will be responsible for ensuring the security and protection of the Agency’s ICT systems and information and providing support in pursuit of the enterprise. As an ICT Security Specialist, you will be responsible for enabling and  supporting the ICT systems and infrastructure that will ensure that success of the program.

This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in ASA as a Building Capability Payment (BCP).  This enables ASA to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the ASA Enterprise Agreement, for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to ASA capability.  For further information, please contact the contact officer.

About our Team

At the Australian Submarine Agency, you will enjoy experiences and opportunities that, as an APS employee, you simply would not get in any other organisation. You are able to undertake interesting, challenging and unique work. This ranges from intelligence and strategic policy right through to human resources, communications, infrastructure and engineering, and information technology.

As part of the Australian Submarine Agency you will be working at the cutting edge of capability delivery, supported by professionalisation pathways so you can continue to develop, along with unique and varied career opportunities. Our people are capable, committed and diverse. We support an inclusive culture that emphasises respect and collaboration and prioritises safety and security. Our greatest asset is our people. We offer flexible working arrangements and a range of formal and informal professional development opportunities.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are a dynamic organization seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program.

The ideal candidate will possess technical training, skills and experience in ICT or cyber security, and who are motivated to grow their cyber security expertise. They will enjoy solving problems, and working well with a range of stakeholders.

Candidates should possess:

• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to build and sustain effective working relationships.
• An outcomes focused approach with close attention to detail.
• The ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team.
• A proactive and self-motivated attitude.
• Critical thinking, active listening, and clear, effective communication skills.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 20 September 2026

For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASA/04222/26 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=64241311-7838-2A09-7246-ED49C5036102