About Austal Join Austal, Australia’s premier global shipbuilder and defence prime contractor, recognised as the maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support cutting-edge defence and commercial vessels for leading operators worldwide, with an expansive footprint across Australia, the USA, the Philippines, and Vietnam. As a leader in the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is at the forefront of a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We are committed to fostering innovation, bolstering sovereign capability, and creating sustainable, long-term opportunities for the Australian industry and its workforce. This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.About the roleWe’re looking for a Security Officer to help keep Austal Ships secure, compliant, and operating at a high standard. You’ll manage our DISP obligations, support security strategy, oversee clearances, and lead responses to security incidents when they arise.Working closely with the Chief Security Officer and wider Austal Group, you’ll also play a key role in ongoing security uplift initiatives and help ensure a consistent approach across defence and commercial operations.What you’ll be doingOwn and maintain DISP compliance, including accreditation across Governance, Physical and Personnel (and support Cyber).Act as the DISP Security Officer for Austal Ships.Support and roll out group security strategy, tailoring it to suit the business.Lead security incident response and keep plans up to date.Manage and sponsor personnel security clearances with AGSVA.Support and deliver security uplift projects.Coordinate security practices across teams, locations, and programs.Oversee ITAR compliance, training, and audits.About youNV1 clearance (AGSVA) required.Strong understanding of DISP, DSPF, SOCI Act, ITAR, and ISM.Proven experience managing security frameworks and lifting security posture.Confident leading incident investigations and applying lessons learned.Solid background in risk management (ISO 31000).Able to influence stakeholders and build a strong security culture.Experience working in complex environments, handling security up to SECRET level.10+ years in defence security, including 5+ years in a senior role.Nice to haveRecent DISP Security Officer training.Experience designing and delivering security training across multiple areas.Why Join Us? Enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package that values your contributions.Access professional development and training opportunities to grow your career. Thrive in a supportive and dynamic work environment, where your voice matters. Explore exciting career advancement opportunities within our expanding organisation.At Austal, we are dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace for everyone. We believe that a diverse team enhances our operations, and we actively encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, individuals from all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities. Veterans are also warmly welcomed to apply.Discover more about your future at Austal at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia. AUD Henderson 6166

Security Officer

About Austal 

Join Austal, Australia’s premier global shipbuilder and defence prime contractor, recognised as the maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support cutting-edge defence and commercial vessels for leading operators worldwide, with an expansive footprint across Australia, the USA, the Philippines, and Vietnam. 

As a leader in the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is at the forefront of a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We are committed to fostering innovation, bolstering sovereign capability, and creating sustainable, long-term opportunities for the Australian industry and its workforce. This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

About the role

We’re looking for a Security Officer to help keep Austal Ships secure, compliant, and operating at a high standard. You’ll manage our DISP obligations, support security strategy, oversee clearances, and lead responses to security incidents when they arise.

Working closely with the Chief Security Officer and wider Austal Group, you’ll also play a key role in ongoing security uplift initiatives and help ensure a consistent approach across defence and commercial operations.

What you’ll be doing

  • Own and maintain DISP compliance, including accreditation across Governance, Physical and Personnel (and support Cyber).
  • Act as the DISP Security Officer for Austal Ships.
  • Support and roll out group security strategy, tailoring it to suit the business.
  • Lead security incident response and keep plans up to date.
  • Manage and sponsor personnel security clearances with AGSVA.
  • Support and deliver security uplift projects.
  • Coordinate security practices across teams, locations, and programs.
  • Oversee ITAR compliance, training, and audits.

About you

  • NV1 clearance (AGSVA) required.
  • Strong understanding of DISP, DSPF, SOCI Act, ITAR, and ISM.
  • Proven experience managing security frameworks and lifting security posture.
  • Confident leading incident investigations and applying lessons learned.
  • Solid background in risk management (ISO 31000).
  • Able to influence stakeholders and build a strong security culture.
  • Experience working in complex environments, handling security up to SECRET level.
  • 10+ years in defence security, including 5+ years in a senior role.

    Nice to have

    • Recent DISP Security Officer training.
    • Experience designing and delivering security training across multiple areas.
    Why Join Us? 
    • Enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package that values your contributions.
    • Access professional development and training opportunities to grow your career. 
    • Thrive in a supportive and dynamic work environment, where your voice matters. 
    • Explore exciting career advancement opportunities within our expanding organisation.
    At Austal, we are dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace for everyone. We believe that a diverse team enhances our operations, and we actively encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, individuals from all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities. Veterans are also warmly welcomed to apply.

    Discover more about your future at Austal at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia.

    • Posted Date 24 Apr 2026
    • Location Henderson
      WA / Australia
    • Industry Government & Defence
    • Job Type Full Time
    • Salary Not provided