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Lead the MQ-28 program’s product security strategy, governance, risk, and compliance lifecycle. Develop and execute the Certification and Authorisation Plan, translate autonomous aircraft designs into NIST and ISM compliance documentation, and secure cyber authorization to operate for high-assurance systems. The role requires technical leadership, risk orchestration, and stakeholder management with Australian government customers and authorisation authorities. It is based in Brisbane with four days per week in the office.
Job Description
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Location:
Brisbane
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1956757
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The Mission
Lead the security strategy for a generational leap in defence capability. As the Lead Product Security Analyst for the MQ-28 program, you will occupy a high-visibility role, bridging the gap between complex autonomous engineering and sovereign regulatory requirements. You goal will be to leverage security compliance frameworks and risk management processes to secure and enable the MQ-28 Program mission
The Challenge
Securing an autonomous aircraft requires more than standard enterprise GRC. You will lead the development of the program's Certification and Authorisation Plan, navigating the complex landscape of Commonwealth stakeholders and requirements. This role demands superb technical and thought leadership as well as the ability influence both internal engineering teams and critical external stakeholders.
Responsibilities
What You Bring
The Environment
Location: Brisbane (4 days/week in-office to facilitate critical coordination with engineering stakeholders, program leadership and the Customer).
About Us
Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative, ethical people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems to protect Australia and its national interests. Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are core values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us
Benefits
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.
If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click Apply Now.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Location:
Brisbane
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1956757
Attachments:
No File Attached
Share This:
The Mission
Lead the security strategy for a generational leap in defence capability. As the Lead Product Security Analyst for the MQ-28 program, you will occupy a high-visibility role, bridging the gap between complex autonomous engineering and sovereign regulatory requirements. You goal will be to leverage security compliance frameworks and risk management processes to secure and enable the MQ-28 Program mission
The Challenge
Securing an autonomous aircraft requires more than standard enterprise GRC. You will lead the development of the program's Certification and Authorisation Plan, navigating the complex landscape of Commonwealth stakeholders and requirements. This role demands superb technical and thought leadership as well as the ability influence both internal engineering teams and critical external stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Governance: Drive the end-to-end GRC lifecycle for the entire MQ-28 program, ensuring security is a primary enabler of mission success.
- Authorisation Leadership: Act as a key liaison with major stakeholders, including our Commonwealth Customer and Authorisation Authorities (DCIAB, HQAC ISA), to secure cyber authorization to operate for all MQ-28 high assurance systems.
- Program-Wide Oversight: Lead the development and execution of the Certification and Authorisation Plan, translating complex technical designs into assessable compliance documentation against relevant industry frameworks such as NIST and the ISM.
- Risk Orchestration: Translate complex technical risks into actionable governance strategies that protect the program's timeline and its mission objectives.
What You Bring
- The Expertise: Extensive experience in Cyber Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), ideally within a high-complexity defence or critical infrastructure context.
- The Influence: Proven ability to provide technical leadership and manage high-level stakeholder relationships with government and regulatory bodies.
- The Knowledge: A deep understanding of the ISM, NIST, and the complexities of certifying autonomous or highly integrated systems.
The Environment
Location: Brisbane (4 days/week in-office to facilitate critical coordination with engineering stakeholders, program leadership and the Customer).
About Us
Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative, ethical people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems to protect Australia and its national interests. Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are core values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us
Benefits
- Flexible working options
- Study assistance
- Salary packaging
- Employee Incentive Program
- Global opportunities
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.
If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click Apply Now.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
Boeing Melbourne, Victoria, AUS Office
226 Lorimer Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3207
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