Cyber Security and Assurance Specialist

• Career development opportunities
• Competitive rewards and benefits
 • Flexible working options

About the role

Babcock is seeking a skilled Cyber Supplier Qualification Specialist to join our H&B Defence AUKUS program.This role plays a critical part in strengthening cyber security governance and assurance across a complex, high‑profile defence program.

You will guide suppliers through onboarding and qualification, ensuring they meet Australian, US and UK cyber security requirements. Your work will help safeguard sensitive information, uplift supplier capability, and support the secure delivery of a program of national significance.

You will collaborate closely with commercial, operations, procurement and technical stakeholders, contributing to risk management, compliance oversight, audit activities, and continuous improvement of cyber assurance processes. If you enjoy working in a technically challenging environment, solving problems, and influencing secure outcomes, this role offers meaningful impact within a purpose‑driven organisation.

About you

You are a detail‑driven cyber security professional who thrives in structured, high‑assurance environments. You bring experience in cyber frameworks, supplier assurance, or compliance, and you’re confident evaluating risks, interpreting standards, and communicating findings in clear, business‑friendly language.

You enjoy working with diverse stakeholders, supporting suppliers through complex requirements, and contributing to strong governance practices. You value accuracy, continuous improvement, and delivering high‑quality work in fast‑paced, mission‑focused settings.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• Experience in cyber security framework development and testing

 • Working knowledge of Australian, US and UK cyber regulatory requirements (e.g., Essential 8, NIST, DISP, CMMC 2.0)

• Proficiency in data analysis and cyber control development

 • Experience contributing to process improvement and scalable planning solutions

• Strong communication skills and the ability to translate technical concepts for non‑technical audiences

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you   

• We provide an agile work environment where you’re able to work onsite and remotely, and to set you up for this we provide a laptop and working from home kit if required, in addition we offer compressed hours which can provide you even more flexibility;   
• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;   
• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;   
• You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much  

more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;   

• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus wellbeing leave;   
• You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.   

Who we are  Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.   

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,500 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.   

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:   

• Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;   
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;   
• Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;  • Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Mission & Support Systems business.   

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.   

To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au   

Job req #70956

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.   

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks.  These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.   

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