Cybersecurity Engineer Role Overview
About Thales delivers cybersecurity products and services that keep people and assets safe, giving organisations confidence in the security of their digital journeys. Our solutions are deployed in multiple countries, helping governments to maintain sovereignty and organisations to preserve their strategic autonomy.
Benefits include a competitive remuneration structure, hybrid and flexible working options under our flexible working program, paid parental leave and family support, as well as ongoing personal and professional development opportunities.
Your Role
* Develop end-to-end cybersecurity test plans
* Uphold information security policies across projects and customer environments
* Manage vulnerabilities and risks, detect and analyse incidents, assess cryptographic implementations
* Prepare documentation for regulatory evaluations, and support customers in strengthening their Operational Technology (OT) security practices
Key Responsibilities
1. Provide clear security recommendations tailored to technical environments
2. Explain security rules to users and promote safe behaviours across systems
3. Detect, analyse and qualify threats and incidents, identifying sources and preventing recurrence
4. Support customers with OT asset discovery, compliance checks and threat-environment guidance
5. Demonstrate strong communication, diplomacy and persuasion when influencing stakeholders
6. Apply advanced principles, theories and concepts to improve security posture
7. Collaborate with technical teams, business leaders and customers to deliver value
8. Stay up to date with emerging risks, threats and countermeasures
What You'll Bring
* A Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or similar field
* Familiarity with data analysis, data processing, IT and cyber security
* Strong problem-solving skills and a customer-focused mindset
* Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
* Knowledge of key cybersecurity standards
* In-depth programming knowledge and understanding of advanced security concepts
* Experience conducting cybersecurity risk analyses and awareness of IT security law
Application Process
After applying, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We will then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and medical checks as required.
Security Clearance
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
Diversity & Inclusion
We're committed to supporting a diverse workplace and fostering industry partnerships, employee resource groups and development opportunities to make us an equitable employer for everyone.