Security Officer - Defence

MSS Security Pty Ltd

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New South Wales Until 10/1/2026 First posted May 14, 2026 Last posted August 2, 2026
Job description

About the Company 

As one of Australia’s leading security companies, MSS Security is built on teamwork, respect, and integrity. We provide long-term career paths, stability, and a workplace where your professionalism and dedication are genuinely valued. To find out more visit our website at www.msssecurity.com.au.

About the Role

MSS Security is seeking a professional and dependable Security Officer to join our Defence team at a secure Defence facility in the Illawarra region. This is an opportunity to work in a highly trusted environment where attention to detail, professionalism and accountability are essential. As a Casual Security Officer, you will play an important role in supporting the safety and security of Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and critical infrastructure. Working within a Defence environment requires a high standard of integrity and the ability to remain vigilant while delivering exceptional customer service. If you are looking for a role where your contribution genuinely matters, we would like to hear from you.

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay and applicable penalties

  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Career progression opportunities within the Defence portfolio and wider MSS Security business

  • A supportive and experienced team environment

  • The opportunity to work within a secure and professional Defence setting

About You:

  • Australian Citizen

  • Current NSW Security License

  • Negative Vetting 1 Defence Clearance or willingness to obtain

  • Current Driver's License

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Strong attention to detail and situational awareness

  • The ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions

Key Responsibilities:

  • Access control and visitor management

  • Conducting patrols and security inspections

  • Monitoring compliance with Defence security procedures

  • Responding to incidents and emergencies

  • Building positive relationships with Defence personnel, contractors and visitors

  • Completing accurate reports and documentation

Whether you are an experienced Security Officer or looking to further develop your career within the Defence sector, we encourage you to apply.

Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Master License Number: 408742075

How to apply

MSS Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions of each person We encourage and celebrate diversity.

We are proud to:

  • be certified by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency,

  • be a partner and supporter of Veterans employment and honoured to have an endorsed INNOVATE Reconciliation Action Plan.

 

Click APPLY to complete your application and you will be prompted to answer a few simple questions and upload your CV.

Thanks for taking the time to consider MSS as a future employer and we look forward to hearing from you.

About this role

Summary

Ensure safety and security at a defence facility through patrols, access control, and incident response.

Job title

Security Officer - Defence

Experience level

Industry

security

Location requirements

New South Wales, on-site, defence facility

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

security licensecurrent NSW security licensenegative vetting 1 defence clearancedriver's licensecommunicationattention to detail

Preferred skills

veteransprofessional development

Specializations

defenceaccess controlpatrolmonitoringincident response
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site
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