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.

Location: Sydney, Melbourne, or Canberra based

OUR BENEFITS

Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Free Medical Insurance

Annualised Performance Review Process

ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment

Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS

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

ABOUT THALES

Thales is a global leader in cybersecurity - no.1 in data security - with 6,000+ experts and developers. We bring trust and resilience to key industries including finance, health, retail and manufacturing, as well as vital sectors such as aerospace, critical infrastructure, defence and space.

Thales delivers cybersecurity products and services that keep people and assets safe, giving organisations confidence in the security of their digital journeys. Our solutions are deployed in 148 countries, helping governments to maintain sovereignty, and organisations to preserve their strategic autonomy.

YOUR ROLE

Serve as NATO Guard subject-matter expert supporting design and accreditation of Guard capabilities within EIE and WIE

Ensure compliance with STANAG 4774/4778, ACP 240, and Zero Trust Data Format (ZTDF)
Contribute to requirements traceability, design artefacts, and validation testing under the PDA’s direction

Lead detailed design of Guard services ensuring compliance with STANAG 4774/4778, ACP 240 and ZTDF standards

Provide SME input on NATO and FMN data-centric security patterns

Develop and validate Guard artefacts and requirements traceability under PDA direction

Support Defence accreditation evidence and interoperability testing

Contribute to cross-domain policy design and assurance documentation

YOUR EXPERIENCE:

Deep experience in Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) and Guard accreditation

Knowledge of FMN Spirals, ISM/PSPF/DSPF, and NATO data standards

Expertise in metadata labelling, sanitisation, and Data Centric Security (DCS)

Knowledge and familiarity of the NATO Architectural Framework (NAF) V4

Familiar with Defence A&A and evidence documentation

AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE ROLES & SECURITY

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.

Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.