Cyber Security Engineer

The Westmead Institute for Medical Research (WIMR); Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-driven work

Collaborative environment

Cutting-edge technology and infra

Professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Convenient location

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Westmead Institute for Medical Research (WIMR) is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to join its ICT team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role focuses on improving security across cloud and on-premises environments, with hands-on work on Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft XDR, threat detection, and incident response.

Reporting to the CIO, you will implement Sentinel/XDR, perform vulnerability assessments, and develop automated security responses.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience deploying and managing Microsoft Sentinel.
• Strong experience deploying and managing Microsoft XDR.
• Experience with threat hunting, investigations and remediation.
• Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, Zero Trust and ACSC Essential Eight.
• Degree in Cyber Security or related field or 5+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Improving the security of WIMR's IT infrastructure using Microsoft security technologies.
• Reviewing Microsoft XDR and identifying areas for security improvements.
• Leading the implementation of Microsoft Sentinel from the ground up, including data connectors, normalisation, analytics rules, UEBA, watchlists, workbooks and cost-effective data ingestion strategies.
• Assessing endpoint vulnerabilities and remediation.
• Monitoring, investigating and responding to cyber threats across cloud and on-premises environments.
• Threat hunting using KQL and aligning detections with the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Developing automated security responses and SOAR playbooks using Logic Apps and Power Automate.
• Implementing security improvements and technical solutions to address risks.
• Leading the Internal Cyber Governance Committee and preparing reports for executives.
• Collaborating with ICT team and external providers to maintain a secure IT environment.

Skills

Threat detection

Incident response

Security investigations

Vulnerability assessment

MITRE ATT&CK knowledge

Education

Degree in Cyber Security or related field or 5+ years of experience

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Microsoft XDR

KQL

Logic Apps

Power Automate

Job description

The Westmead Institute for Medical Research (WIMR) - Westmead NSW

The Westmead Institute for Medical Research (WIMR) is looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to join its ICT team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This role will be responsible for improving and maintaining the security of the Institute's IT environment, with a strong focus on Microsoft security technologies. You'll work across our cloud and on-premises systems, helping identify security risks, investigate threats and put practical solutions in place to protect our systems and data.

Working closely with the CIO and the wider ICT team, you'll take the lead on Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft XDR, including their implementation, configuration and ongoing management. You'll also play an important role in improving our security processes, threat detection and incident response capabilities.

The salary range for this position is $120,000-$125,000 base salary + superannuation, depending on experience and suitability.

This role will suit someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, can work through complex security issues and has experience putting Microsoft security solutions into practice.

Please note: Strong, hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft XDR is essential for this position.

At WIMR, you'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive research environment while contributing to work that has a meaningful impact on the community.

Some of the benefits of joining WIMR include:

Purpose-driven work: Use your cybersecurity expertise to support medical research that can make a real difference.

Collaborative environment: Work alongside researchers, clinicians and professional teams in a multidisciplinary environment.

Cutting-edge technology and infrastructure: Work in a modern research facility with advanced scientific, technology and research platforms.

Professional development: Connect with early and mid-career researcher groups, clinical trial and data networking groups, as well as professional development events.

Flexible working arrangements: Flexible work arrangements are available by agreement with management.

Convenient location: Located within the Westmead Health Precinct and close to public transport, including the Parramatta Light Rail.

Salary packaging: Access not-for-profit salary packaging benefits to help maximise your take-home pay.

Novated leasing: Access to novated leasing options.

Employee Assistance Program: Access confidential support when you need it.

About the job

The Westmead Institute for Medical Research (WIMR) is looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to join its ICT team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This role will be responsible for improving and maintaining the security of the Institute's IT environment, with a strong focus on Microsoft security technologies. You'll work across our cloud and on-premises systems, helping identify security risks, investigate threats and put practical solutions in place to protect our systems and data.

Working closely with the CIO and the wider ICT team, you'll take the lead on Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft XDR, including their implementation, configuration and ongoing management. You'll also play an important role in improving our security processes, threat detection and incident response capabilities.

The salary range for this position is $120,000-$125,000 base salary + superannuation, depending on experience and suitability.

This role will suit someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, can work through complex security issues and has experience putting Microsoft security solutions into practice.

Please note: Strong, hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft XDR is essential for this position.

Benefits

At WIMR, you'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive research environment while contributing to work that has a meaningful impact on the community.

Some of the benefits of joining WIMR include:

Purpose-driven work: Use your cybersecurity expertise to support medical research that can make a real difference.

Collaborative environment: Work alongside researchers, clinicians and professional teams in a multidisciplinary environment.

Cutting-edge technology and infrastructure: Work in a modern research facility with advanced scientific, technology and research platforms.

Professional development: Connect with early and mid-career researcher groups, clinical trial and data networking groups, as well as professional development events.

Flexible working arrangements: Flexible work arrangements are available by agreement with management.

Convenient location: Located within the Westmead Health Precinct and close to public transport, including the Parramatta Light Rail.

Salary packaging: Access not-for-profit salary packaging benefits to help maximise your take-home pay.

Novated leasing: Access to novated leasing options.

Employee Assistance Program: Access confidential support when you need it.

What You'll Be Working On

Reporting to the CIO, your key responsibilities will include:

• Improving the security of WIMR's IT infrastructure using Microsoft security technologies.

• Reviewing Microsoft XDR and identifying areas where security capabilities can be improved.

• Leading the implementation of Microsoft Sentinel from the ground up, including data connectors, normalisation, analytics rules, UEBA, watchlists, workbooks and cost-effective data ingestion strategies.

• Assessing endpoint vulnerabilities and carrying out the necessary remediation.

• Monitoring, investigating and responding to cyber threats across cloud and on-premises environments.

• Carrying out proactive threat hunting using KQL and aligning security detections with the MITRE ATT&CK framework.

• Developing automated security responses and SOAR playbooks using Logic Apps and Power Automate.

• Implementing security improvements and technical solutions to address identified risks.

• Leading the Internal Cyber Governance Committee and preparing reports for executive management.

• Working with the ICT team and external providers to maintain a secure and reliable IT environment.

What You'll Bring

To be successful in this role, you'll need strong technical experience in Microsoft security products and the ability to work independently on security projects and improvements.

Essential requirements:

• Hands-on experience deploying and managing Microsoft Sentinel.

• Strong experience deploying and managing Microsoft XDR.

• Experience with threat hunting, security investigations and threat remediation.

• Good working knowledge of Kusto Query Language (KQL).

• Experience assessing vulnerabilities and implementing security improvements.

• Understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, Zero Trust and the ACSC Essential Eight.

• A degree in Cyber Security or a related field, or at least five years of relevant industry experience.

Desirable experience:

• Experience with Microsoft Purview.

• Microsoft SC-200 and/or SC-100 certifications.

• Experience with Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft Endpoint Manager.

• Knowledge of networking, firewalls and hypervisors.

• Experience with Microsoft Logic Apps and Power Automate.

About Westmead Institute for Medical Research

The Westmead Institute for Medical Research (WIMR) is a leading medical research institute based in Westmead, NSW. Our researchers work across a range of areas, including cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, infectious diseases, autoimmune conditions and neurological disorders.

We focus on turning research discoveries into practical treatments and better health outcomes. Our work includes precision medicine, gene and cell therapies, bioinformatics, regenerative medicine and genomics.

Through our partnerships with the Westmead Health Precinct, national collaborators and industry, we work to bring new research and treatments closer to the people who need them.Our Values

At WIMR, we value the people who make our work possible. We aim to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, included and supported.

Our values guide the way we work:

• Excellence: We aim for high standards in everything we do and are always looking for ways to improve.

• Transparency and Integrity: We act honestly, communicate openly and take responsibility for our work.

• Strong, Respectful and Enduring Relationships: We build positive and respectful relationships with colleagues, researchers and our supporters.

• Collaboration: We work together and value the knowledge and experience each person brings.

• Generosity of Spirit: We share our knowledge and support the development of others.

• Inclusivity: We respect different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and believe everyone should have the opportunity to contribute.

WIMR is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

How to Apply

If you have hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft XDR and are looking for your next opportunity in cybersecurity, we'd like to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

Applications close: 31 January.

We look forward to hearing from you!