Security Operations Specialist

Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice’. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety – in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.

Join our Group Security Department as a Security Operations Specialist. This team is dedicated to advancing and executing both new and ongoing aviation and corporate security measures across our organisation. Your role will be crucial in maintaining top-tier regulatory compliance, security standards, and fostering a strong security culture. This full-time position is based at Virgin’s head office in Brisbane.


What you’ll be doing:

Collaborate with Government and airport counterparts on emerging aviation security requirements
Work across Virgin Australia departments to ensure compliance with security policies, procedures and training.
Maintain a high standard of security operations through our compliance program.
Investigate serious security-related incidents and collaborate with Australian and international governments to address audit findings and implement corrective actions
Provide technical expertise and awareness sessions to operational teams as needed
Manage and resolve serious security incidents promptly, ensuring timely resolution
Support the security component of the Corporate Emergency Response Plan.

You’ll be great in this role if you:

Must hold or be eligible to obtain a national security clearance at the level of ‘Negative Vetting 1’ - Must hold or be eligible for an Australian Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) –
A formal qualification Aviation Security, Security Risk Management or Investigations
A minimum of at least 3 years of relevant aviation industry or corporate security experience. - Working across multiple agencies with the ability to influence outcomes.
Demonstrated capability in and understanding of conducting security risk assessments, audit & compliance activities, and internal investigations
An ability to navigate, interpret and apply complex legislative requirements
Strong skills in documenting operational procedures
Ability to communicate with broad and diverse internal and external stakeholders, including governing regulatory agencies Requirement Essential Desirable Knowledge
A high level of understanding of complex aviation processes/systems and associated legislation.

What you’ll get from us:

We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

Heavily discounted air travel for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
Flexible working arrangements (including work hours and work from home)
Discounts on travel insurance, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide
Discounted Virgin Australia Lounge membership
Hospitality, retail, technology, beauty services and wellness discounts
Wellness support, including the Converge digital wellbeing platform
A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, which offers confidential coaching and support from qualified professionals for all aspects of life – physical, mental, social and financial
Dress for Your Day – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever is appropriate for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you
Equality rules:

We’re all individuals. We love that. That’s why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.


Ready to apply? We’re ready to hear from you.