At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.
Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.
From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.
Our Benefits
- Competitive remuneration + super + annual bonus + private medical insurance
- Annualised performance review process
- ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
- Fitness Passport discount – Access to a network of gyms across AUS from $15 P/W
- Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
- Modernised Paid Parental Leave
- Veterans leave
- Novated Lease options
- Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
- Personal & professional training development opportunities
- Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner
Our Team
This role is part of our corporate team, a central hub for Thales Australia. It’s where our shared services – think finance, legal, HR, procurement – come together to make sure all teams across Australia have access to the business services they need. Cross-functional collaboration helps us build out Thales’ capabilities – and helps us open up new career opportunities for employees all across the business.
Your role
The purpose of Protective Security Delivery Lead is to lead and drive the delivery and strategic uplift of protective security services across Thales Australia, ensuring alignment between guarding, security technology, governance, risk, and compliance functions. The role provides assurance that security services are delivered consistently, effectively, and in accordance with Thales Australia requirements to support the protection of personnel, assets, and operations.
- Lead and enhance the security governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) program by coordinating audits, risk assessments, and assurance activities, while serving as a subject matter expert in risk and control design and implementation
- Deliver and continuously improve protective security services across the national guard force, coordinating training, reinforcing standards, and driving consistent performance across all sites
- Evaluate and improve relationships with security service providers and suppliers, including monitoring centers, integrators, maintenance teams, and equipment manufacturers
- Develop and implement security uplift initiatives to enhance guarding, processes, and support systems in line with organizational needs and emerging risks
- Support and/or lead strategic protective security programs to strengthen overall security posture
- Provide expert advice and guidance on security risk, compliance, and protective security controls to enable informed decision-making across Thales Australia
Your experience
- Bring your expertise in security governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) gained in corporate, defence, or government settings, including managing risk registers, control frameworks, assurance activities, and audit processes
- Manage and oversee physical security and guarding services, driving service provider performance and delivering impactful security improvements
- Apply your working knowledge of key security and compliance frameworks such as DSPF, PSPF, DISP, ISO 27001/27002, E8, and secure contracting practices
- Leverage strong analytical and reporting skills to transform data and insights into actionable security enhancements, governance documentation, and assurance results
- Lead security uplift initiatives focused on process optimization, service enhancement, and technology integration
- Utilise your understanding of physical security systems, including CCTV, intrusion detection, and electronic access control systems, to support effective site security
- Thrive in dynamic or high-risk environments by balancing operational demands with strategic security priorities
- Veterans and current ADF reserve members are strongly encouraged to apply
A Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role. The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.
We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.
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