Want to secure an exciting apprenticeship role in the defence industry?

ASC is Australia's submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy's Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation's nuclear-powered submarines. Our work contributes directly to Australia's national security, and we offer the opportunity to grow your career and the flexibility to balance life and work.

About the Opportunity

The ASC Security Traineeship is a two-year fixed-term program that combines practical on-the-job training with formal study towards a Certificate 4 in Cyber Security.

Working alongside experienced security professionals, you'll gain hands-on experience across personnel, physical and information security, while supporting day-to-day security and compliance activities. By the end of the program, you'll have the skills, knowledge and nationally recognised qualification needed to start a career in security.

Your responsibilities

• Provide administrative support across a range of security activities and processes.

• Maintain security records and databases, ensuring information is accurate and up to date.

• Assist with security enquiries and escalate complex matters to experienced team members.

• Contribute to the identification, reporting and management of security risks and incidents.

• Gain practical experience and develop an understanding of Defence security requirements, policies and procedures.

About you

• Desire and interest to grow a career in security.

• Commitment to obtain Certificate 4 in Cyber Security while receiving on the job training.

• Sound verbal and communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and data entry accuracy.

• Good organisational skills to handle multiple tasks and prioritise work effectively.

• Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with various stakeholders.

Eligibility

• Not currently undertaking or completed, 22603VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security

• Not in a current Contract of Training

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level. Your eligibility depends on obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

While ASC will accept all applications, this role requires access to protected US defence technology, so applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible. To check your eligibility, visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.

• Diversity focused workplace, proudly endorsed by Work 180.

• Onsite café + car parking (Gym onsite in SA).

• Work-life balance – be home every night and on weekends.

• Fitness Passport – discounted membership across multiple gym/health facilities.

• Health and wellbeing initiatives – onsite GP, skin checks and flu shots, EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

About ASC

Our work on Australia's nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

By applying to ASC, you agree to undergo workforce screening, including reference checks, a national police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, provision of 10-year address history, and a role-based, pre-employment medical assessment.

We strive to create an inclusive environment free from discrimination, though certain roles may have requirements that limit eligibility based on national origin.

We can provide accommodation or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Please let our Recruitment team know during your conversation with them.