Cyber Security Engineer

Randstad Pty; Lane Cove; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NV2 upgrade sponsorship

Onsite secure lab

EV charging at facility

Wellness support

Regular social events

Job summary

Randstad Pty in Lane Cove, Sydney, is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer for our defence tech unit. This onsite role in our secure lab focuses on accreditation, security framework development, and ATO sign-offs across complex ICT projects.

You will drive vulnerability assessments, implement DSPF/ISM controls, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. NV1 clearance is required with eligibility for NV2 upgrade; sponsorship is provided.

Qualifications

• Active NV1 clearance with potential NV2 upgrade eligibility.
• Defence cyber security engineering experience with ATO processes.
• Experience securing complex defence ICT environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead security accreditation and secure Authority to Operate (ATO) approvals for Defence platforms.
• Develop SOPs and enforce ISM, DSPF, and Essential 8 controls across environments.
• Perform vulnerability assessments, threat analyses, and controls verification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in cleared workshops (occasional travel).

Skills

Security engineering

Windows/Linux

Virtualisation

Networking

MDM

Python

Scripting (Batch)

Documentation

Job description

Senior Cyber Security Engineer | Defence Tech | Active NV1 Location: Lane Cove, Sydney (Onsite Secure Lab) Package: Up to $150k base + super + NV2 Upgrade Sponsorship

The Mission Protect and empower Australia's critical Defence programs. Based out of our high-tech, secure lab in Lane Cove, you will lead security accreditation, craft robust security frameworks, and drive ATO sign-offs across complex multi-domain ICT projects.

What You'll Do

• Drive Accreditation: Architect Security Management Plans and secure Authority to Operate (ATO) approvals for Defence platforms.
• Author & Implement: Develop SOPs and enforce ISM, DSPF, and Essential 8 controls across integrated software/hardware environments.
• Assess & Harden: Conduct vulnerability assessments, threat analysis, and hands-on controls verification.
• Collaborate: Partner with cross-functional engineering teams and represent the business in cleared workshops (occasional travel to ACT/VIC).

What You Bring

• Clearance: Active NV1 (with eligibility and ambition for NV2).
• Defence Expertise: Deep hands-on experience with DSPF, ISM, and Defence ATO processes.
• Technical Breadth: Strong baseline across Windows/Linux, virtualisation, network protocols, MDM, and scripting (Python/Batch).
• Documentation Skills: Proven ability to author clear, compliant security documentation and SOPs.

Why Join Us?

• Clearance Pathway: Fully sponsored NV2 upgrade.
• Great Perks: Modern secure facility, onsite EV charging, regular social events, and dedicated wellness support.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

qualification

• Experience in Defence Cyber security engineering.

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