Senior Security & Risk Consultant

Aurecon

. Develop physical and electronic security designs, including CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, and vehicle barrier systems .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timePerth • AustraliaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in physical and electronic security design, including CCTV, access control, and intrusion detection, while effectively engaging clients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Holds relevant qualifications and the ability to navigate security risk management and advisory services.

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Physical Security DesignElectronic Security SystemsSecurity Risk ManagementClient EngagementSecurity Consultant Licence

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Hard Skills

CCTVAccess ControlIntrusion DetectionSecurity Risk AssessmentsTechnical SpecificationsDesign DocumentationProtective Security StrategiesCPTED AdviceMaster PlanningOperational Outcomes

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationConfidence Engaging ClientsCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

WA Security Consultant LicenceAustralian Government Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

ConsultingSystems IntegrationDefenceData CentreTransportCorrectionsAviationCommercial ProjectsGovernment Security FrameworksSCEC Endorsement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop physical and electronic security designs, including CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, and vehicle barrier systems
Deliver security risk assessments, security management plans, master planning, CPTED advice and protective security strategies
Prepare concept and detailed design documentation, technical specifications, reports and tender deliverables
Engage directly with clients and facilitate workshops
Provide practical advice from early planning through to delivery
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on defence, data centre, transport, corrections, aviation and commercial projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Relevant experience in physical and electronic security design, ideally gained in consulting, systems integration or a comparable client-side environment
Experience in security risk management or advisory services
Ability to translate risks into practical design and operational outcomes
Knowledge of electronic security systems including CCTV, access control, intrusion detection and intercoms
Understanding of physical security measures
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Confidence engaging clients and working across multidisciplinary project teams
Australian citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance
Relevant qualification in security risk management, security studies, engineering, communications or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
WA Security Consultant Licence, or ability to obtain one after joining
Experience with Defence or government security frameworks, data centres, mission-critical facilities, or SCEC endorsement highly regarded
This is not a cyber security role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements
Part-time working arrangements available
Career growth and professional development opportunities
Diverse and inclusive workplace
Opportunity to work on complex infrastructure projects
Opportunity to make a real impact
Recruitment adjustments available