Security Lead (COMSECO)

Enjoy a role with real impact and national significance.

Adelaide based role within our Keswick office.

Work smarter, not longer—flexibility and agile working arrangements.

About the Role

Babcock is seeking a highly skilled and trusted Security professional to take on the critical role of Security Lead – (COMSECO), as designated by the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD). This is a unique opportunity to lead the organisation’s COMSEC and high-security operations, ensuring the integrity and protection of sensitive cryptographic materials across our defence programs.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for developing and maintaining COMSEC Security Practices and Procedures in line with ACSI standards, managing access controls, coordinating with CASG for secure equipment procurement, and leading briefings and debriefings for personnel with cryptographic access. You’ll also oversee reporting, compliance, and physical safeguards to ensure strict adherence to national security protocols.

Beyond COMSEC, you’ll play a key role in broader high-security initiatives including EMSEC, physical security planning, and supporting bid development and execution. You’ll work closely with internal and external stakeholders, contribute to continuous improvement, and help foster a culture of safety and security across the organisation.

Some travel within Australia will be required. If you’re ready to lead with precision, integrity, and purpose—join us in shaping the future of secure operations at Babcock.

To be successful, you will bring:

Australian Citizen with a current Defence Security Clearance.

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Defence Industry Security environment.

Completed the Defence COMSEC Accounting Course (DCAC) or able to do so upon commencement.

Previous experience as a COMSECO or working within a high security environment.

Previous COMSEC Experience or relevant Military Experience.

Familiar with Australian Communication Security Instructions (ACSIs).

Experience in obtaining physical security certifications and accreditations.

Experience in working with Commonwealth customer.

What we offer you

Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;

We offer flexible working arrangements where possible to help employees find the right balance between work and home life;.

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 you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;

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.

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 1,600 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 Land 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.

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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 Defence Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

This position requires working with, or exposure to, US and AU export controlled technology; compliance with the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the AU Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 will be assessed.

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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Job Requisition ID - 68801