Cyber System Security Specialist

Secure Systems Protection Specialist

The role entails contributing to the protection of critical systems, data, and infrastructure through secure-by-design solutions. As a specialist in this field, you will work closely with experienced professionals to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring the resilience and security of government and defence capabilities.

This is an opportunity to apply your knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals, including secure network architecture, system hardening, identity and access management, cryptography, and vulnerability management. You will also have the chance to work with various tools and frameworks, such as SIEM, EDR, penetration testing tools, and threat modelling.

• Support real-world cyber mission work, contributing to projects focused on cyber threat analysis, secure system design, vulnerability assessments, incident response readiness, or cyber capability development.
• Apply cyber principles and best practices to help government and defence partners improve defense, mitigate risk, and build operational resilience.
• Work with technical teams across domains, including systems engineers, data analysts, and software developers, to integrate security into system architectures and mission workflows.
• Contribute to assessments of cyber maturity and posture, including alignment with the Essential Eight, Information Security Manual (ISM), or other Australian Government frameworks.
• Participate in technical investigations, such as evaluating system vulnerabilities, assessing impacts of emerging threats, and supporting mitigation strategies.
• Engage in active mentorship with MITRE cybersecurity professionals in Australia and the U.S., receiving support across technical and professional development.

Benefits and Requirements

• Australia's first national security charity, partnering with government, industry, academia, and global partners to accelerate innovation and strengthen defence and security capabilities.
• Three-month immersive experience with high-impact project work, structured mentorship, and exposure to the mission, systems, and technologies shaping Australia's security future.
• Two-week immersion at MITRE's U.S. headquarters, offering a global perspective and integration into MITRE's international network.
• Permanent role within MITRE | Australia, joining a growing team solving hard national security problems through purpose-driven innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7 or higher) in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Early to mid-career experience; we welcome recent graduates with strong foundational skills as well as those with several years of hands-on cybersecurity experience.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals, including secure network architecture, system hardening, identity and access management, cryptography, and vulnerability management.
• Experience with cybersecurity tools and frameworks (SIEM, EDR, penetration testing tools, threat modelling).
• Strong understanding of Australian Government cybersecurity policies and guidance (ISM, Essential Eight, PSPF).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset for identifying risks and securing systems.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government NV2 security clearance.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, including for the two-week U.S. immersion.
• Minimum 50% hybrid on-site work requirement.