Cloud Security Specialist

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Grant Thornton Full time
Cloud Security Specialist

Cloud Security Specialist

Job no: 493763

Work type:
Full time

Location:
Eastern States, Melbourne

Categories:
Digital, Hybrid working

  • Fulltime permanent role based in Melbourne, Brisbane, or Sydney
  • Design and maintain secure cloud architecture within the Azure platform.
  • Enjoy remarkable perks and a supportive and collaborative culture.


Grant Thornton Australia is a member firm of the Grant Thornton global network - one of the world's leading independently-owned and managed accounting, advisory and consulting firms.

In Australia, we're proud to support the careers of over 1,500 remarkable people.

With six offices nationally and partner firms in more than 145 markets, wherever you want to go, we can take you there.


About this role


Reporting to the Head of Cyber Security, the Cloud Security Specialist will support the day-to-day operations of the in-place security solutions and the identification, investigation, and resolution of security detections by those systems.

They are responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of security measures to protect against threats and vulnerabilities, to ensure protection of sensitive data, access controls, and ensuring compliance in alignment with industry standards.


Key responsibilities

The day-to-day:

  • Identify current and emerging technology issues including security trends, vulnerabilities, and threats.
  • Monitor existing security tooling for suspicious activity, security incidents and vulnerabilities.
  • Support the maintenance of incident response procedures and participate in security incident investigations alongside our MSSP.
  • Be a champion for cyber security across the organisation educating the workforce on information security through delivery of awareness sessions and training.

Cloud Security Architecture and Design:

  • Collaborate with the digital team to design and maintain secure cloud architecture, zero trust architecture, considering factors such as network segmentation, access controls, encryption, and compliance.
  • Determines baseline security configuration standards for operating systems (e.g., OS hardening), network segmentation and identity and access management (IAM)
  • Evaluate existing security controls across the GT environment and recommend improvements based on industry best practices.

Cyber Risk Management:

  • Execute on the cyber security strategy supporting the development and maintenance of the cyber security roadmap in alignment with the Grant Thornton Security Framework and ensure compliance with relevant standards (NIST, ISO27001)
  • Assess security risks across the GT environment with particular focus on risks associated with cloud architecture and recommend mitigation strategies.

Skills and experience

  • Knowledge of common vulnerabilities and exploitation techniques.
  • Practical experience with content filtering, vulnerability scanning and antimalware.
  • Strong understanding of cloud security principles, network security, data loss prevention and identity management.
  • Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and risk management methodologies (ISO27001, NIST, E8 etc)
  • Proficient in Azure Cloud services including Azure Security Centre and Active Directory or equivalent (AWS, GCP)

Characteristics for Success

  • Understands business needs and has a commitment to delivering highquality, prompt, and efficient service to the business.
  • Independent, proactive selfstarter
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with senior stakeholders.
  • Timesensitive analytical and problemsolving skills with a proven ability to plan and achieve positive results.
  • Focus on not just documenting processes but improving them supporting continuous improvement.


If you're interested in this role but don't feel that you match every single one of our requirements, we would still love to hear from you and explore the unique skillset and attributes that you can bring to the team.


Reach your remarkable


At Grant Thornton we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do remarkable things are possible.

We're a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives, and ways of thinking.

We're driven by our shared purpose - we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive.

With us, you'll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities - building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You'll be supported, motivated, and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You'll be empowered to build a career path that's tailored to you and encouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we'll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.

Remarkable perks that put you first:

  • Flexible working options available
  • 9day fortnight with no

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