Senior Security Systems Engineers

About Peoplebank
Peoplebank, part of RGF Staffing ANZ, is a leading talent solutions provider. We place the brightest IT & digital professionals into some of the region's top employers. We are expert recruiters who have been placing IT & digital specialists with some of the most dynamic and recognised organisations in the Asia Pacific region for over 34 years.

About the Role:
Our Federal Government Client is seeking a
Senior Security Systems Engineer
. This is a long-term contract role with an
initial 12-month contract
, with
two 12-month extension options
, located at our client's sites across
ACT, VIC or NSW
, with
onsite working arrangements
.

As The Selected Candidate, You Will

• Work across multiple Australian Government entities to deliver expert security advice and uplift system security from Official to Top Secret classifications.
• Design, implement and remediate security controls across a broad suite of technologies.
• Develop technical documentation, including SOPs, design documents, change requests and as-built/as-configured materials.
• Facilitate and participate in workshops focused on security engineering design and remediation.
• Develop and test prototype security configurations to inform security guidance.
• Implement security controls aligned to client's ISM, Essential Eight, and other industry standards.

To Be Successful In This Role You Should Have

• Minimum 7 years' experience as a Systems Engineer.
• Strong experience designing, implementing or remediating one or more of the following:

– Microsoft Active Directory

– Networking, Gateway or Software-Defined Networking

– Cross Domain Solutions and/or Diodes

– Sentinel or Splunk

– Enterprise Linux/Unix (e.g., RHEL)

– Cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP)

– Complex Windows Enterprise Environments

• Ability to work independently and effectively in hybrid or remote teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing technical documentation and executive-level reporting.
• Ability to provide direction and clarity of purpose to team members.
• Ability to illustrate how operational tasks align to organisational and program goals.
• Experience setting tasks for others that align with strategic outcomes.

It Is Desirable If You Have

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, or equivalent certifications/industry training.
• Experience identifying, implementing and applying cyber security controls.

Security Requirements
Due to security clearance requirements for this role, candidates
must be Australian citizens with an
NV2 or TSPV clearance
.

Benefits Of Being a Peoplebank Candidate

• Personalised Attention: A dedicated Account Manager to support your specific needs.
• User-Friendly Services and Ongoing Support: Easy online timesheet lodgement, with access to contractor care, payroll and admin assistance.
• Choice and Flexibility: A wide variety of contracting options tailored to your preferences.
• Industry-Leading Payroll Services: Accurate, on-time weekly payments.
• Contractor Satisfaction Focus: Your success is our priority—we aim to be your go-to for IT contracting and permanent opportunities.

Apply now
for
immediate consideration –
contact
Mariz Arroyo
at

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Applications close: Saturday, 13 December 2025
Please note: Only candidates that meet the above criteria will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the position.

Peoplebank
and
Leaders IT
are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need adjustments to the recruitment process due to your circumstances, please let us know—we're here to support you.