Application Security Engineer

4 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia Telstra Full time
Overview

Application Security Engineer - Automation at Telstra, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.

We are looking for a highly skilled Application Security Engineer with a strong background in automation and DevSecOps to join our team. This role is pivotal in designing and maintaining secure, automated software delivery pipelines and infrastructure. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including testing, solution design, program management, and architecture to drive innovation and efficiency.

What You'll Do
  • Lead the design and implementation of automation frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Embed security practices across the software development lifecycle.
  • Collaborate with teams to coach, share knowledge, and drive best practices.
  • Design and implement end-to-end automation solutions, including API integration and network configuration.
  • Work closely with vendors and influence strategic decisions through hands-on experience.
  • Maintain and enhance automation platforms using tools such as Ansible, GitLab, and Jenkins.
  • Develop scripts for network validation and monitoring.
  • Continuously improve processes, frameworks, and system efficiency.
  • Contribute to the development of next-generation network automation for Telstra Defence.
About You
  • Australian Citizen with Baseline Security Clearance.
  • Proficiency in automation and scripting (Python, Shell, Ansible).
  • Strong understanding of RedHat Ansible, CI/CD tools (GitLab, Jenkins), and observability platforms (e.g., Splunk).
  • Experience with infrastructure management in VMware and Linux environments.
  • Solid grasp of network engineering fundamentals (routing, switching, protocols).
  • Familiarity with secure coding practices and DevSecOps principles.
  • Application security expertise including:
    • Code reviews and vulnerability assessments (SAST/DAST)
    • Security tool integration in CI/CD pipelines
    • Threat modeling and secure architecture reviews
    • Incident response and remediation
Desirable Qualifications
  • Exposure to container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker)
  • Knowledge of infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
Benefits
  • Performance-related pay
  • Access to thousands of learning programs to level up
  • Global presence across 22 countries; opportunities to work where we do business
  • Purchased annual leave scheme
  • Additional Telstra day off
  • Additional 30% off Telstra products and services
  • Toolkit provided (laptop + mobile phone + plan paid for)
Additional Information

As part of your application with Telstra, you may receive communications from us on a listed contact number. We are committed to a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone is respected, valued and celebrated. We actively seek individuals from diverse backgrounds and prioritise creating a safe, harassment-free workplace. We offer flexible work arrangements and encourage you to share any reasonable adjustments needed to participate equitably in the recruitment process. If you experience accessibility issues with our website or application form, please contact Telstra Talent Acquisition via the channels found at www.telstra.com.au/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/disability-employment.


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