About Peoplebank
Peoplebank, part of RGF Staffing ANZ, is a leading talent solutions provider. We place the brightest IT & digital professionals into some of the region’s top employers. We have been placing IT & digital specialists with dynamic and recognised organisations in the Asia Pacific region for over 34 years.
Role Overview
A Senior Security Systems Engineer (NV1) is needed for a long‑term contract of 12 months with two 12‑month extension options. The role will be located at our client’s ACT, VIC or NSW sites and requires onsite working arrangements.
Responsibilities
* Work across multiple external Australian Government entities to deliver advice and implement security controls across systems from Official to Top Secret.
* Provide specialist SME‑level technical and cyber security advice.
* Design, implement and remediate security controls across a variety of technologies.
* Develop security engineering and administrative documentation (SOPs, RFCs, design docs, as‑built/as‑configured, etc.).
* Facilitate and participate in workshops focused on security design and remediation.
* Develop and test prototype security configurations to inform guidance and uplift activities.
* Implement controls in alignment with the ISM, Essential Eight and relevant industry cyber standards.
* Support uplift activities under the Cyber Security Remediation Program (CURP).
Qualifications
* Minimum 7 years’ experience as a Systems Engineer, including experience providing advice, designing, implementing and remediating one or more of the following: Microsoft Active Directory, networking/Gateway or Software‑Defined Networking, cross‑domain solutions and/or diodes, sentinel or Splunk, enterprise Linux/Unix (e.g., RHEL), cloud services such as SaaS, PaaS or IaaS in Azure, AWS or GCP, complex Windows enterprise environments.
* Ability to work independently and effectively in hybrid or remote teams.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including documentation, reporting, presentations and executive briefings.
* Demonstrated ability to provide direction to others and communicate the purpose and value of their work.
* Ability to illustrate the relationship between operational tasks and organisational goals.
* Ability to set work tasks aligned with strategic objectives and communicate expected outcomes.
Desirable
* Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or equivalent industry training/certifications.
* Experience identifying, implementing, and/or applying security controls.
Requirements
Due to security clearance requirements for this role, candidates must be Australian citizens with an NV1 Security Clearance. Candidates must also be willing to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA).
Benefits
* Personalised attention: a dedicated Account Manager to support your unique needs.
* User‑friendly services and ongoing support: easy online timesheet lodgement and full access to contractor care, payroll and admin support.
* Choice and flexibility: a wide range of contracting options tailored to your circumstances.
* Industry‑leading payroll services: reliable, accurate, on‑time weekly payments.
* Contractor satisfaction focus: your success is at the centre of everything we do.
How to Apply
Contact Mariz Arroyo at Mariz.Arroyo@peoplebank.com.au quoting Job Reference: # 269206. Applications close Saturday, 13 December 2025. Please note: only candidates that meet the above criteria will be contacted.
EEO Statement
Peoplebank and Leaders IT are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need adjustments to the recruitment process due to your circumstances, please let us know—we’re here to support you.
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