Cyber Security Engineer
Core
Design, implement, and maintain cyber security controls, services, and technologies across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments to protect agency information, systems, and data.
Role type
Senior IC Cyber Security Engineer (EL1)
Builds
Secure architecture patterns, security monitoring rules, automation workflows, and security accreditation for ICT projects.
Domain
Government / Cyber Security
Required skills
Cyber security engineering, risk-based security approaches, security architecture design, incident response, vulnerability management, stakeholder engagement, technical leadership, compliance with ISM/PSPF, mentoring.
Preferred skills
Experience within the Australian Public Service (APS), knowledge of Essential Eight Maturity Model.
Technologies
Microsoft Defender Suite, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Intune, Firewalls, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Vulnerability management tools.
Responsibilities
Design and maintain security controls across environments; manage and optimize security technologies; conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation; support incident investigations and containment; provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members; prepare executive briefings and reports.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
