Senior Defence Industry Security Program Coordinator
Job No.: 676291
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: Continuing appointment
Remuneration: $116,075 - $128,126 pa HEW Level 08 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact by ensuring DISP compliance at a top 50 university
- Join a collaborative team supporting Defence Security at Monash
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
Join our eSolutions team as a Senior Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) Coordinator and play a vital role in maintaining Monash University’s compliance with Defence security requirements. This position will manage DISP membership activities, implementing security procedures and compliance measures aligned with the Defence Security Protective Framework (DSPF) and Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF). Working closely with the DISP Lead the role will also contribute to strategic planning to meet current and future DISP obligations.
The Senior DISP Coordinator will manage the security clearance process for Monash staff and researchers, driving process improvements and guiding individuals through clearance requirements. This role will also develop and coordinate training materials in collaboration with staff, students and external consultants to enhance understanding of DISP compliance. With a strong focus on continuous review and improvement the position will oversee compliance measures, report on process efficiency and implement security risk mitigations. Additionally it will support research activities related to Defence reporting, data analysis and briefing requirements for staff and students holding security clearances.
This role requires a postgraduate qualification in International Security, International Relations, Criminology or a related field, along with experience in a physical or cyber security setting. Alternatively extensive experience in DISP management within a research setting, Defence department or national security agency will also be highly regarded. The ideal candidate will have strong operational management skills and expertise in security policy frameworks including PSPF, DSPF and ISM, as well as a thorough understanding of DISP classification levels, ICT security obligations and cyber security frameworks.
Join a dynamic team at Monash University and make a lasting impact on Defence research by ensuring the highest security standards. Apply now to be part of this vital mission!
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To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application does not need to address the Key Selection Criteria. Please send us a cover letter (max 2 pages) that addresses your suitability for the role, along with a copy of your latest resume.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Ed Messina, Deputy CISO and Senior Manager Security Architecture, +61 3 9905 2715
Position Description: Senior Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) Coordinator
Applications Close: Thursday 10 April 2025, 11:55pm AEST
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