Security Officer

MSS Security

Cairns, Australia
Proactive patrols and access management
Strong on-site security presence
Situational awareness in sensitive environments
This position plays a critical role in protecting Defence personnel, assets, and infrastructure through proactive patrols, access management, and strong on-site presence

Job Summary

  • This position plays a critical role in protecting Defence personnel, assets, and infrastructure through proactive patrols, access management, and strong on-site presence.
  • Working on a Defence site means operating to a higher standard, where your professionalism and discretion have a direct impact on national operations.
  • MSS Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing diversity and supporting veterans and reconciliation initiatives.

Matching Summary

This position plays a critical role in protecting Defence personnel, assets, and infrastructure through proactive patrols, access management, and strong on-site presence.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Proactive patrols and access management
  • Strong on-site security presence
  • Situational awareness in sensitive environments
  • Calm under pressure
  • Consistent adherence to security protocols

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to build rapport with stakeholders
  • High integrity and accountability
  • Detail-oriented approach

Key Requirements

  • Australian Citizenship
  • Current Security Licence valid in QLD
  • Baseline Defence Clearance or willingness to obtain
  • Master licence: 41299

Work Rights

Must have Australian Citizenship for Defence security clearance eligibility

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