* Play A Central Role In Designing Smarter, More Effective Cyber Defence Systems
* Long-Term Contract with Extension Potential | Competitive Market Rates
* No Payroll Fees | 2 Pay Runs Per Week | Easy Online Timesheets
CSOC Cyber Security Platform Engineer - Sentinel | Hybrid | 12-Month Contract
Your new company
Our enterprise client is a well-established organisation based in Brisbane, known for its commitment to innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence. They are currently investing heavily in their cybersecurity capabilities and are looking to engage a CSOC Cyber Security Platform Engineer on an initial 12-month contract, with strong potential for extension. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking team within a large-scale environment, where you'll play a key role in enhancing threat detection and response across the organisation. This role is open to Brisbane-based or East Coast applicants; however, any interstate travel required to the Brisbane office may be at the candidate's own expense.
Your new role
As a CSOC Cyber Security Platform Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining core security platforms that support threat detection and incident response. You'll work across technologies including Microsoft Sentinel, Defender Suite, Purview, and ELK, helping to optimise detection logic, improve alert fidelity, and contribute to automation and enrichment processes.
Key responsibilities include:
* Developing and tuning detection content and alert logic
* Integrating platforms to enhance situational awareness
* Supporting CSOC operations and improving automated response playbooks
* Collaborating with analysts and engineers to improve threat coverage
* Documenting detection effectiveness and identifying gaps
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you'll bring:
* Demonstrated experience in cybersecurity operations or detection engineering
* Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (Microsoft Sentinel, ELK)
* Strong understanding of telemetry sources and data normalisation
* Familiarity with SOAR platforms and playbook development
* Experience with Microsoft Defender Suite and Purview
* Knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework
* Excellent collaboration and communication skills
What you'll get in return
* Competitive market rates, and a long-term contract opportunity with strong potential for extensions
* Access to onsite gym and wellness facilities at low cost
* A great time to join - the organisation is actively enhancing its cybersecurity maturity, offering broad scope for meaningful work and long-term impact
What you need to do now
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Desired Skills and Experience
CSOC, SOC, SENTINEL, ELK, AZURE, SIEM, SOAR, PLATFORM ENGINEER, CYBER SECURITY, CYBER, SECOPS, DEVSECOPS, DEVOPS, SECURITY OPERATIONS, PLAYBOOK