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

The Cyber Security Operations Manager is responsible for designing, building, and leading the organisation’s cyber security operations capability. This role establishes and matures core cyber defence functions, including monitoring, detection, incident response, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management.

While this role will not initially have any direct reports, as our team grows over time you will be leading a team of cyber specialists, therefore we will be looking for an established people leader to join.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and mature the organisation’s cyber security operations capability and operating model
• Lead and manage cyber security operations functions including monitoring, detection, incident response, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management
• Provide technical and operational leadership across security technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection
• Coordinate and lead cyber incident response activities, including planning, testing, and continuous improvement
• Align cyber operations with relevant security frameworks, regulatory requirements, and risk management practices
• Engage internal and external stakeholders to ensure cyber security capabilities support current and future operational needs

About You 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related discipline is preferred but not essential,
• Hold industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, OSCP, or equivalent
• Expert level experience in cyber security, including experience in a cyber security people leadership role
• Strong hands-on technical experience across security operations tooling and platforms
• In‑depth knowledge of security frameworks such as ISM, Essential Eight, MITRE ATT&CK, and NIST
• Experience with regulatory compliance, risk management, and operating in complex, high‑security organisations

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to a NV1 level. 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.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• 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.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC’s 2500-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.