Principal Software Security Engineer (Security Partner)
* SNSW Grade 11/12 - $157,569 to $189,561 + superannuation
* Location – Haymarket, Parramatta or Gosford
* 1 x Temporary Full-Time (until September 2027)
About the Role
As a Principal Software Security Engineer (Security Partner), you will join a highly experienced team recognized for delivering innovative services. You will partner with software engineers and collaborate with digital product teams to enhance DevSecOps capabilities through people, processes, and practices.
The Security Partners serve as a vital link within Service NSW Cyber, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration between cyber and digital teams. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical expert with broad experience in digital technologies, capable of effectively communicating and earning respect from subject matter experts across application development. We seek Principal-level DevSecOps, software, and application security engineers with coding experience for this dynamic role.
Your responsibilities include implementing secure-by-design practices, supply chain security, automated governance, scanning tools, and initiatives to mitigate cyber risks to citizens and Service NSW. You will also leverage your software engineering skills in Python or JavaScript to automate application security analysis and processes.
Responsibilities include
1. Collaborating on architecture diagrams, threat models, vulnerability triage, CI/CD pipelines, risk management, and automation opportunities.
2. Serving as a trusted partner for various teams within Service NSW, including digital identity, mobile applications, web applications, data transformation, and fraud prevention.
3. Developing automation, applications, or dashboards to enhance understanding or adoption of security practices.
About You
To succeed, you should be able to work within an agile team, possess hands-on experience in software application development, and be capable of advising senior engineering staff while demonstrating substantial cybersecurity expertise.
Excellent communication skills, experience in threat modeling, workshop facilitation, and threat landscape analysis are essential. You should be proactive, eager to learn, and serve as a knowledge pillar for SMEs across the digital platform, from senior engineers to junior staff.
The role requires translating complex technical information into clear, actionable insights and acting as a trusted cybersecurity advisor.
Additional Information
Salary: Service NSW Grade 11/12, starting at $157,569 plus superannuation.
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Application Details
Closing Date: Wednesday, 7th May 2025 at 9:59 am. Please apply online with your resume and a 2-page cover letter outlining your suitability.
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Diversity and Inclusion
We value diversity and inclusion, leveraging varied backgrounds and perspectives for success. View our full diversity statement here. If you require adjustments during the application process, contact Lauren Johnson at or call 02 9494 8351.
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