Security Officer

Optus is an Australian telecommunications company, delivering more than 11 million services to our customers every day across mobile, broadband, and digital solutions. 

As a Security Officer you will provide resource and security services for Federal Government accounts. This position ensures adherence to federal regulations and internal policies, protecting sensitive data and preserving operational security.  

Due to security requirements, applicants must be Australian Citizens to be considered for this role 

What You’ll Do | Your day to day will consist of

• Conduct personnel security clearance functions, ensuring all Optus people and contractors have the necessary clearances. 

• Coordinate client mandatory training compliance, ensuring all required training is completed on time. 

• Validate and approve access to client-managed facilities, managing building passes and Data Centre access. 

• Generate and maintain regular reports on clearance status and training compliance, bringing up issues to management and clients as needed. 

• Ensure adherence to federal regulations and internal security policies, performing regular audits and addressing security incidents. 

• Collaborate with other departments to integrate security protocols seamlessly, providing mentorship on guidelines. 

What You Bring | What makes you perfect for the role? 

• A sound understanding of federal security regulations and clearance processes. 

• Proven organisational and record-keeping abilities, with proficiency in security management software and tools. 

• Proficiency in MS Office programs including Excel.  

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage collaborators and prepare client reports. 

• 1–3+ years of experience in an administrative role, preferably within government departments. 

• Working knowledge of the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM). 

The good stuff…. | What’s in it for you? 

• Competitive remuneration and colleague discounts. Make life easier (and more affordable) with $80 monthly credit and 25% off Optus products and outstanding shopping discounts with our retail partners. 

• Flexible working arrangements with opportunities to work three days in the office, two days remote or home. 

• Competitive leave policies, including additional 'Connected’ days to focus on culture, family, health, community, or whatever’s important to you. 

• We support growing families with inclusive, carer-neutral paid Parental Leave of up to 16 weeks. 

• Direct your own development and build future-ready skills with Optus U’s industry-focused micro-credentials, developed with La Trobe and Macquarie Universities. 

• Build meaningful connections through colleague-led networks and diversity initiatives including Culture Connect, Elevate Women, Disability Network and Express Yourself (LGBTQIA+). 

• Put your wellbeing first with free access to counselling and support services, 24/7 — in-person, by phone, SMS, or video. 

At Optus, we are strengthened by others and that means valuing diversity and saying ‘yes’ to embracing individual differences. We are committed to ensuring that our application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals from diverse gender, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, individuals with a disability, individuals identifying as being part of the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals who may have served in the armed forces or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also want to do our best to make our recruitment process inclusive. If you require any adjustments or accessibility support to participate fairly and equitably in the recruitment process, please email AccessibleRecruitment@optus.com.au or call 1800 309 170. We're here to help.  

For more information on Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Optus, please visit https://www.optus.com.au/about/inclusion-diversity