Cyber Security Engineer

Posted: 02/09/2025

Closing Date: 16/09/2025

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Canberra

Job Category: Information & Communication Technology

Cyber Security Engineer – Job Advert

Job title: Cyber Security Engineer

Position Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: Canberra

Job Description
About the role

As the Cyber Security Engineer, you will be engaged in a meaningful role where you will operate, maintain and support CSC Cyber Security services in order to protect CSC financial and information assets. You will collaborate with project and BAU Technology teams to support day-to-day maintenance and uplift activities, primarily through the administration and configuration of security toolsets.

What you will be doing in this role

• Design, implement, and manage cyber security infrastructure, toolsets & rulesets including areas of Cloud security (Azure and AWS), Microsoft Defender & InTune , firewalls, SIEM, Application Control, PAM, email security, etc.
• Support, maintain and provide advice on uplift and enhancement activities, including ACSC's Essential Eight.
• Review existing security configurations and provide recommendations on improvements.
• Produce security documentation, plans, and procedures on tooling and processes.
• Assess the relevance of new and emerging Cyber Security Suppliers and Technologies.
• Contribute to the Security team meeting its overall responsibilities including where required.
• Assist with cyber security incident response by completing Investigations and remediations.
• Assist with Security Threat & Risk Assessments and relevant tasks.
• Specific duties, deliverables and reporting lines may vary from time-to-time dependent on business needs and priorities. Key objectives and measurements will be captured in the Performance & Development planning cycle, established annually and adapted as needed

Desired Skills and Experience
What we're looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in Cyber Security, Computer Science or equivalent work experience
• AGSVA clearance is desirable
• Hands on experience implementing, configuring, and managing Microsoft Defender (for endpoint, email, Cloud, identities and Cloud apps) and Intune
• Extensive experience in cybersecurity areas including Cloud security, SIEM (Splunk or Sentinal), application control, PAM, email security, network security (firewall and web proxy), etc.
• Security compliance in financial and government environments e.g. APRA 231/234 and ISM.
• Demonstrated knowledge of multiple security frameworks (e.g. NIST, PSPF) and of security best practices for cloud services (IaaS, PaaS & SaaS) particularly AWS and Azure security configuration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry good practices such as OWASP, PCI DSS, ISO27001/2, ASD E8, NIST CSF
• Desirable experience in the enterprise design of contemporary technologies such as Identity and Access Management, End Point Protection, DDoS Protection, Data Loss Prevention.
• Demonstrated ability to provide expert security advice, develop quality cyber security controls, processes and policies.
• Excellent interpersonal, liaison and negotiation skills

Why join CSC?

• Permanent role with flexible and hybrid work options
• Expand your technical expertise with exposure to a breadth of experience
• Tailored learning and career pathways, from advanced technical training to leadership development
• Collaborative, diverse and supportive culture where knowledge-sharing is valued

What you'll get in return

A career where you belong

At CSC, we're committed to more than super — we're committed to people. That means creating a workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and fosters inclusion across everything we do. Our gender equality strategy is more than a promise — it's a plan. We're actively increasing representation in our workforce, removing barriers to career progression, and creating pathways for all employees to grow and succeed.

We welcome candidates of all genders, cultural backgrounds, ages, sexualities, and abilities. We offer flexible work, inclusive policies, and development opportunities designed to support you at every stage of your career. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer — and proud of the progress we're making. Join a workplace where you can thrive, grow, and belong.

Learn more about CSC and our benefits on our career site - Careers

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application via the Apply link in this advertisement, including a short cover letter along with your current resume.

To ensure all applications are considered in the review process, we request you to please apply through the advertised links only.

Applications close: 16th Sep 2025 EOD

For any other questions about this role, contact .

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