Sr Security Engineer, Region Services
Core
Architecting distributed security ownership and embedding security into the DNA of a portfolio of services underpinning Australia's national security capability.
Role type
Senior Security Engineering Lead (Developer Advocate for Security)
Builds
A model of distributed security ownership, Security Guardians programme, and secure-by-design frameworks for national security services.
Domain
National Security / Cloud Infrastructure / Generative AI
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Threat modelling (STRIDE, CAPEC), Security architecture, Code review, Penetration testing coordination, Runbook creation, Security strategy, Mentoring, Generative AI proficiency
Preferred skills
Security Guardians programme leadership, Risk communication, Secure design patterns
Technologies
AWS cloud services, Generative AI tools
Responsibilities
Own threat modelling across critical services; Lead the Security Guardians programme to train and mentor security champions; Drive end-to-end security outcomes from design reviews to remediation; Construct security and system runbooks; Influence security strategy across partner organisations; Mentor system engineers and builders; Communicate security risk to senior leadership; Accelerate Generative AI proficiency in engineering teams.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship and strategy responsibilities
