ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

As Security Advisor – Supply Chain, you'll drive security compliance, manage third-party risks, and support critical Defence partnerships across a complex supplier network. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a program of national significance while shaping Australia’s sovereign submarine capability.

This is a full-time opportunity based at multiple locations in Adelaide, SA

What you’ll be doing

• Implement and manage supply chain security frameworks across suppliers, contractors and logistics partners.
• Ensure compliance with ASC Defence security requirements.
• Identify, assess and mitigate third-party security risks across the supply chain function.
• Conduct security assurance activities, supplier assessments and compliance audit reviews.
• Provide trusted security advice to internal stakeholders, national and international partners.

About you 

You’re an experienced security professional with a strong understanding of supply chain risk, compliance and governance in a complex environment. You build trusted relationships with stakeholders, apply a practical approach to security challenges, and thrive in roles that balance operational delivery with regulatory requirements.

You’ll have:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a security, risk, compliance or supply chain-related role.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain contracts, security risks and mitigation strategies.
• Experience working with Defence security frameworks and related protocols.
• Proven ability to assess and manage third-party security and supplier risks.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills.

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.

Benefits

• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.