Job Description
As a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer, you will lead the design, implementation and oversight of cybersecurity architecture for defence grade systems across networks, platforms and on-premises environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Define and enforce cybersecurity standards in alignment with NIST, ISO/IEC 27001 and ASD Essential Eight
* Support the preparation and submission of cybersecurity artifacts required for Authority to Operate processes, including security documentation, risk registers and evidence packages
* Implement and validate technical security controls in classified environments aligned with Australian ISM requirements
* Develop and deploy security tools to address vulnerabilities, automate tasks and strengthen defences
* Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, vulnerability testing and security audits
* Monitor and analyse logs and security events to detect, assess and respond to threats
* Collaborate with engineering teams to implement secure authentication, encryption and access control solutions
* Evaluate and integrate emerging cybersecurity technologies to enhance infrastructure protection
* Clearly articulate security strategies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support secure solution delivery
* Provide expert-level troubleshooting and resolution of complex security challenges
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you must have:
* Minimum 10 years of cybersecurity experience, preferably in defence, government or critical infrastructure sectors
* Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent knowledge gained through experience
* CISSP certification (or equivalent), plus ASD recognised cybersecurity credentials
* Strong expertise in Linux systems, networking security and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
* Hands-on experience with security automation and monitoring tools, including Ansible, SIEM platforms (e.g. Splunk, SO2), antivirus (AV) solutions, ACAS, Anchore, SonarQube and related security technologies
* Demonstrated ability to lead cybersecurity initiatives, influence architecture decisions and communicate effectively with stakeholders
* Willingness to travel within Australia to customer and partner locations, including secure government or defence sites, and occasional travel to Bluestaq offices in the United States for collaboration or project work
* Be an Australian citizen, eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government NV2 security clearance
Benefits
Attractive salary based on qualifications, experience and achievements
Superannuation
Annual performance bonus
Private health cover allowance
Health/wellness allowance
Professional subscription
Salary sacrifice and salary packaging options
Additional 1 week of annual leave per year = 5 weeks per year
Other leave in accordance with the National Employment Standards and state long service leave legislation