This is a Senior Network Detection and Response Specialist role with Cuscal Limited based in Sydney, NSW, AU Cuscal Limited Role Seniority - senior More about the Senior Network Detection and Response Specialist role at Cuscal Limited Company Description Forward with Cuscal At Cuscal, we’re not just shaping the future of payments - we’re pioneering it. From launching Australia’s first ATM to being the first certified NPP PayTo Payer and Initiator in 2022, we’ve spent over 59 years building solutions that millions of Australians rely on every day. Now, we’re preparing for what’s next, and we want you to be part of it. Join us as a Senior Network Detection and Response Specialist in our IT Security team and help us deliver ground-breaking solutions that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Job Description Your Opportunity We’re looking for a Senior Network Detection and Response Specialist to join our IT Security team. In this role, you’ll leverage your technical skills to develop, maintain, and support innovative solutions that solve real-world challenges in the payments industry. From designing and building scalable systems to ensuring seamless integration with key technologies, your work will directly impact millions of users. You’ll also make an impact by: Secure information systems by monitoring, detecting, investigating, analysing, and responding to security events. Investigate and report on network security exposures, misuse of resources or non-compliance events. Implement detective and protective security controls across Cuscal’s network technology stack (firewall, IPS/IDS, WAF etc.) Work collaboratively with other Security Operations teams to deliver common goals. Effectively manage cyber risk, adhering to Cuscal’s risk management process. Build strong relationships with other teams within Cuscal to ensure effective cross-collaboration and influence to meet business outcomes and security objectives. Collaborate with risk, compliance, and IT teams to align security practices with financial regulations (e.g., APRA CPS 234, PCI DSS). Provide cyber security advice to projects, and departments across all business units as required, to enable staff to make informed risk-based decisions Measure and report on the performance of network security controls to demonstrate control effectiveness and maturity. Deliver support in a professional and timely manner whilst demonstrating the highest standards of written and verbal communication. Manage production issues and incidents and participate in problem and change management forums. Qualifications What you’ll bring To succeed in this role, you’ll have: Minimum 5 years related experience to Cyber/IT Security IT Security skills (Network and firewalls, Windows and Linux operating systems, database, malware and vulnerability identification and remediation, penetration testing, endpoint protection, DLP, IDS/IPS, email security, data encryption, application whitelisting, log monitoring & alerting, detection and response). Strong analytical skills to analyse security requirements and relate them to appropriate security controls. Ability to analyse large data sets and identify anomalies. An understanding of operating system internals and network protocols. Ability to assess risks and deploy security control countermeasures under pressure with minimal supervision. Understand and demonstrate commitment to security compliance obligations and standards (APN, APRA, PCI, Privacy, NPPA, SWIFT) Ability to write and present reports and recommendations, root cause analysis, incident response security vulnerability analysis and penetration test findings. A strong understanding of the business impact of security tools, technologies, and policies. Working knowledge of information systems security policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines (e.g., access control and system hardening, system audit and log file monitoring, security policies, and incident handling). You’ll stand out from the crowd if you have some of the following: Payments industry, ATM/EFT/POS technology, cards and finance or other regulated industries and/or 24x7 mission-critical environments. Knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, CPS 234 etc. Understanding of legal, regulatory, privacy and security matters associated with the Banking and Finance Industry. Additional Information Why Cuscal? At Cuscal, you’ll find a strong, successful company that’s reimagining the future. And our team is right there at the heart of it all. Here, you’ll deliver or support interesting, ground-breaking work that has real impact - on Australia’s financial services sector and the millions of customers it serves. You’ll innovate alongside skilled, smart, connected teams. And you’ll build an impressive, fulfilling career that continues to grow. You’ll also enjoy a range of benefits, including: Work in a hybrid model that supports your lifestyle and goals. We celebrate success: Our IGNITE program recognises individual and team achievements. Wellbeing focus: We support your physical, mental, and financial health with holistic initiatives and access to discounts via ‘Cuscal Advantage. Join us and reimagine the future If this role excites you, we’d love to explore your potential and vision for the future. Screening and interviews may occur before the job ad closing date, so don’t wait - apply now. For further information about this role please contact Careers@cuscal.com.au Cuscal is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTQIA and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cuscal. Note: Cuscal does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or search firms. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Cuscal Limited team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Securing information systems ️ Investigating network security exposures ️ Implementing security controls Key Strengths IT Security skills Strong analytical skills ⚖️ Risk assessment and management Knowledge of security frameworks Payments industry experience Understanding of legal and regulatory matters Why Cuscal Limited is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with Cuscal Limited not with Hatch.