Cyber Security Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Defence Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in operating and enhancing our cybersecurity services to protect financial and information assets.

The Cyber Defence Engineer will work within a team of dedicated specialists, focusing on Incident Response, SIEM Engineering, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Threat Intelligence, and Security Awareness.

As a Cyber Defence Engineer, you will be responsible for leading and supporting cyber incident response, including investigation, remediation, post-incident root cause analysis and security incident reporting.

You will also develop and fine-tune cyber detection use cases, analyse security data for anomalies, and continuously improve detection capabilities using frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK to enhance threat detection and response.

Furthermore, you will develop automated incident response workflows via SIEM platforms (Splunk or Sentinel) for efficient triaging and incident handling, reducing manual effort and improving response time.

• Incident Response: Lead and support cyber incident response, including investigation, remediation, post-incident root cause analysis and security incident reporting.
• Detection Engineering: Develop and fine-tune cyber detection use cases, analyse security data for anomalies, and continuously improving detection capabilities using frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK to enhance threat detection and response.
• Automation Development: Develop automated incident response workflows via SIEM platforms (Splunk or Sentinel) for efficient triaging and incident handling, reducing manual effort and improving response time.
• Assist with Security Threat Intelligence monitoring including Identification of security threats to CSC and its customers and collaborating with information sharing groups (government and industry).
• Support audit and regulatory compliance efforts, addressing security findings and recommendations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to help shape and develop future DevSecOps capability.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including processes, procedures, and technical reports.
• Work in close partnership with the Cyber Defence Lead and act as delegate when required.

• Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident - a security clearance is highly regarded but not mandatory
• Tertiary qualifications in Cyber Security, Computer Science or a related discipline, essential
• 5+ years' experience in Cyber Security Operations, including but not limited to: Incident Response, Detection Engineering, SIEM Engineering or Security Automation
• Good scripting skills in Python, Bash or PowerShell
• Knowledge of multiple security frameworks such as NIST, PSPF, CSF, OWASP, ASD E8
• Enterprise implementation and operation of security technologies such as: Identity and Access Management, End Point Protection, DDoS Protection, Data Loss Prevention
• Security compliance in financial and government environments
• Security configuration and operation of Windows and Linux, Email gateway appliances & technology and Firewalls
• Good understanding of Application Security Testing (SAST, DAST, SCA) and secure coding best practices in cloud environments
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to proactively manage a varied workload, to prioritise and meet deadlines

This is a permanent role with flexible and hybrid work options. You will have the opportunity to expand your technical expertise with exposure to automation, AI security and DevSecOps.

Additionally, this role provides leadership development opportunities, including mentoring and guiding technical teams.

You will also have access to tailored learning and career pathways, from advanced technical training to leadership development.

Our company values diversity, promotes equity, and fosters inclusion across everything we do.

We welcome candidates of all genders, cultural backgrounds, ages, sexualities, and abilities.

Apply now to take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us