Cyber Security Specialist
Our team requires a Cyber Security Engineer to support our Defence customers and deployed ICT teams. As a key member of our team, you will work full-time on-site to ensure systems are secure, maintained, and available.
About the Role
This hands-on role provides a diverse range of responsibilities, with the opportunity to contribute to national security and work with cutting-edge technologies. You will be responsible for supporting and troubleshooting security technologies, including vulnerability scanners, SIEMs, firewalls, proxies, and endpoint protection tools.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support and troubleshoot security technologies, including vulnerability scanners, SIEMs, firewalls, proxies, and endpoint protection tools.
* Assist with cyber incident investigations by collecting logs, reviewing firewall rules, and supporting related activities.
* Monitor network changes and assess potential impacts on cyber security posture.
* Contribute to vulnerability management, including configuration reviews and tracking software versions.
* Support the deployment, integration, and testing of new technologies for ADF customers.
Your Qualifications & Experience
We welcome applications from individuals who are enthusiastic, curious, and eager to grow within a friendly and inclusive team. With relevant education and/or hands-on experience, you will be customer-focused and committed to delivering quality outcomes. You will also bring:
* 3–5 years' experience in enterprise IT system administration or a related role, with a solid understanding of enterprise IT environments.
* Strong troubleshooting skills in complex networked systems.
* Working knowledge of cyber security principles, including system hardening techniques and standards.
* Hands-on experience with Windows and/or Linux operating systems.
* Familiarity with security tools such as SIEMs, endpoint protection, vulnerability scanners, proxies, and firewalls. Experience with tools like ForeScout, Cisco Firewalls, Splunk, Tenable Nessus, or Trellix is highly regarded.
Diverse Team Members, Shared Values and a Common Purpose
We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities organisation and committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We offer a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.
Next Steps
* To apply for this role, follow the links provided.
* Recruitment process - virtual / face-to-face interview & background checks.
* Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements. In certain circumstances, this can place limitations on persons who hold dual nationality, permanent residency or are former nationals of certain countries as per ITAR 126.1.