Cyber Defense Engineer: Cloud & Enterprise Security

Aurec; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurec is seeking a security engineering lead to design and deploy robust cyber security controls across hybrid, cloud, and on-prem environments. You will optimise Defender Suite, Sentinel, Entra ID, and EDR tools to automate threat detection and accelerate incident response.

You will drive vulnerability management, risk assessments, and accreditation aligned with ISM/PSPF, mentoring engineers and collaborating across functions to foster a proactive cyber safety culture.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on proficiency with Microsoft Cloud Security ecosystems (Sentinel, Defender Suite, Entra ID, Intune).
• Experience with enterprise security controls and APS frameworks (ISM, PSPF, Essential Eight) is preferred.
• Ability to translate security risks into business-focused guidance for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy cyber security controls and secure architecture patterns across hybrid, cloud, and on-prem environments.
• Optimise security tooling to drive automated threat detection and rapid incident response.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and remediation coordination to improve posture.
• Lead security risk assessments and accreditation activities in line with ISM/PSPF.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Microsoft Sentinel

Defender Suite

Entra ID

Intune

Firewalls

Vulnerability management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Aurec is seeking a security engineering lead to design and deploy robust cyber security controls across hybrid, cloud, and on-prem environments. You will optimise Defender Suite, Sentinel, Entra ID, and EDR tools to automate threat detection and accelerate incident response.

You will drive vulnerability management, risk assessments, and accreditation aligned with ISM/PSPF, mentoring engineers and collaborating across functions to foster a proactive cyber safety culture.