GRC Analyst

At Leidos Australia, our work goes beyond a job title. We design, build, operate and support systems, services and capabilities that help protect and advance the Australian way of life.

As a GRC Analyst, you will provide governance authority and oversight across the delivery of Defence ICT capabilities, ensuring alignment with security standards, risk frameworks and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Provide GRC leadership and oversight across delivery activities
• Lead development and review of governance, risk and compliance documentation
• Ensure alignment with Defence security requirements and Authorisation to Operate (ATO/ATO-C) frameworks
• Conduct and support security architecture reviews and assurance activities
• Identify, assess and manage risks, vulnerabilities and compliance gaps
• Provide guidance on security controls, governance frameworks and compliance obligations
• Support embedded assessor and assurance processes
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure compliance is integrated into solution design and delivery
• Contribute to evidence generation to support Commonwealth acceptance and assurance activities

Requirements:

• Proven experience in Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) within ICT, Defence or government environments
• Strong understanding of security frameworks, risk management and compliance practices
• Experience supporting ATO / accreditation / assurance processes in regulated environments
• Ability to review and interpret technical designs from a governance and risk perspective
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with ability to communicate risk, compliance and assurance concepts clearly
• Experience working across multidisciplinary delivery teams

Benefits:

• Flex Your Way – Tailor work to your life with options including Life Days (up to 12 extra days off per year), part-time arrangements, job sharing, and compressed hours
• Wellbeing That Matters – Free access to Headspace and MeQuilibrium, plus dedicated wellness spaces to support your mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing
• Learn Without Limits – Access over 120,000 on-demand courses, alongside technical, project management, leadership, and professional development opportunities
• Work That Makes an Impact – Contribute to nationally significant projects that matter, solve complex challenges, and accelerate your career through unique growth opportunities
• Build Your Future – Whether you're deepening technical expertise or preparing for leadership, we'll invest in your development every step of the way