In-Demand Security lead Jobs in Australia

Site Security Lead
Certis Group —Canberra ACT
- 12 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Opportunities for advancement
Head of Security
Australian Museum —Sydney NSW
- $149,739 - $196,552 a year
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- No degree
5d
Cyber Security Lead
Leidos —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- No degree
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Work from home
Security Operations Lead
NTT DATA —Canberra ACT
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
Security Risk Manager - Eastlands & Northgate
Vicinity Centres —Tasmania
- Weekend availability
- Management
- AI
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
Security Lead
Metrea Management LLC —Brisbane QLD
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Annual leave
12h
Manhattan Lead
HCLTech - Australia and New Zealand —Melbourne VIC
- From $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- APIs
- Leadership
- Parental leave
Quick Apply
Security Operations Center Lead (Sr Mgr–Sr Analyst)
Accenture —Ballarat VIC
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- On-the-job training
- Parental leave
2d
EOI Casual Invigilators (Educational Professionals) - Australia-wide
Janison —Remote
- Temporary
- Remote
- Supervising experience
- Communication skills
Security Supervisor
Voyages Indigenous Tourism —Yulara NT
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Leadership
- Relocation assistance
10d
Security Lead
Metrea —Brisbane QLD
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Annual leave
Quick Apply
15h
Endpoint Security Lead
Accenture —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Management
- On-the-job training
- Parental leave
Team Lead, Immediate Response Team
Reserve Bank of Australia —Baulkham Hills NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- No degree
- Leadership
Security Engineering Lead
Tabcorp —Brisbane QLD
- Full-time
- Parental leave
5d
OT Cyber Security Lead, Asset Management and Performance
Aurecon Group —Perth WA
- Full-time
Lead, IT Security
L3Harris Technologies —Brisbane QLD
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Communication skills
5d
Operational Technology Security Lead
Metcash —Macquarie Park NSW
- Parental leave
Protective Security Delivery Lead
Thales —Rydalmere NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
13d
Security Officer
Certis Group —Canberra ACT
- 12 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Opportunities for advancement
General Manager – Correctional Centre
Department of Corrections —Darwin NT
- $233,112 a year
- Temporary
- Management
- Leadership
6d

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Site Security Lead

Certis Group -
Canberra ACT

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Job Details

Casual | Contract

Benefits

Employee rewards program
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Customer service
Microsoft Office
First Aid Certification
Security
Security Licence
Leadership
Communication skills

Full Job Description

At Certis Security Australia, our mission is to make our world safer, smarter and better. As Australia’s only next generation security company operating at scale, we protect some of the nation’s most sensitive assets through disciplined operations, strong governance and highly trusted people.

Job Impact

We are seeking an experienced NV2‑cleared Security Lead to perform a high-profile role in safe-guarding a major Telecommunications Data Centre in Canberra. This is a critical frontline supervisory role where professionalism, vigilance and integrity are essential.

About the role

The security team in this location play an important role in ensuring that our client’s data integrity is always maintained. Your role as the Security Lead is to ensure the guarding team, as well as yourself, act as the first point of contact for visitors and contractors entering these locations where you will set the tone; delivering a professional and welcoming experience whilst upholding strict security protocols.

Job Location: Canberra, ACT

Contract: Casual opportunity – Canberra

Pay Rate: SSIA Level 5

Shift Pattern: Ability to work rotating day and nights shifts of 12 hours

Key responsibilities:

Primary duties include but are not limited to:

Leading on‑shift operations, providing direction, briefings, and oversight to ensure consistent standards, professionalism, and team performance
Acting as the site escalation point, managing incidents, compliance issues, and liaising with the client and internal leadership as required.
Ensuring operational continuity, overseeing staffing coverage, shift handovers, and the quality of reporting and documentation.
Proactively managing team welfare and performance consistency across the shift.
Provision of training, education and upskilling team to exceed performance
Provision of exemplary customer service, with some administrative tasks.
Ensuring adherence to all site security procedures, policies and access control requirements to meet audit requirements
Identifying and preventing prohibited items from being introduced to or removed from secure areas
Raising, updating and managing access requests using client security systems and software
Responding to, escalating and documenting incidents with clear, accurate written reports and daily activity logs
Maintaining a strong safety-first mindset and leading by example in compliance and professionalism

About You

Mandatory Australian citizenship, due to government clearance requirements
Current NV-2 Clearance
Must have Security Licence, Classification 1A (Unarmed Leading) & 1E (Monitoring Centre Operator)
Valid First Aid Certificate (3 years validity) with current CPR Certificate (1 year validity)
Ability to clear an Australian Police Check
Desirable previous supervisory, leadership or mentoring experience of a high performing team
Lead by example – support a safety and compliance culture
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Conflict resolution and negation skills required
Strong multi-tasking abilities
Intermediate PC skills (MS Suite)
Report writing and Site patrol duties
Excellent observational skills
Experience communicating via two-way radio

If you have the above criteria, we look forward receiving your application!

Why join Certis

Work within Australia’s most secure and sensitive environments
Be part of a high trust, clearance-based workforce
Access ongoing training, career pathways and professional development
Operate in a values driven organisation that prioritises integrity and accountability
Commitment to diversity and inclusion; applications encouraged from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and candidates from diverse backgrounds.
Employee benefits such as retail discounts, annual awards, Regular employee engagement survey and a Reward & Recognition Framework

Diversity Statement

Within Certis Australia, we believe our strength lies in the diversity of our people. We offer an inclusive culture where you can be your authentic self, contribute your unique perspective and grow with equal opportunities for advancement. Our commitment to a Safer, Smarter and Better workplace ensures every employee is supported, respected and empowered.

We actively encourage First Nations and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Certis Security Australia – Master Licence Details

Sydney Night Patrol & Inquiry Co Pty Ltd

NSW 400674602
ACT 17501220
QLD 41315
WA SA48240
NT 345
SA ISL 178143
TAS 3020

Certis Security Australia Pty Ltd

NSW 405149073
ACT 17501742
QLD 3158254
WA SA 72311
SA ISL 235794
VIC Z05 798 61S
VIC Z05 798 40S
NT 1093
TAS 458596293

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