Cyber Systems Security Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible leave options

Mental health support

Employee discounts

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking a Cyber Systems Security Engineer to drive secure outcomes across Defence systems. You will translate cyber security requirements into practical engineering solutions, review designs for security impacts, and lead threat modelling and vulnerability assessments across the system lifecycle.

You will be mentoring cross-functional teams, coordinating security activities with engineering, operations and program stakeholders, and applying ASD and Australian

Qualifications

• Significant experience in systems security engineering within Defence or complex ICT environments.

Responsibilities

• Translate cyber security requirements into practical engineering solutions across the system lifecycle.
• Review system designs, architecture and technical changes to assess security impacts and ensure compliance.
• Conduct threat modelling, threat hunting and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate cyber risks.
• Support the development of cyber security requirements and the implementation, validation and verification of security controls and risk treatments.
• Provide technical cyber security expertise, troubleshooting support and guidance to engineering, architecture, operations and program stakeholders.
• Apply Defence and Australian Government cyber security frameworks, standards and policies to system architectures and solutions.
• Support security assurance, accreditation and authorisation activities, including risk management and reporting.
• Mentor and support technical teams while promoting cyber security awareness, best practice and continuous improvement.

Skills

System security engineering

Defence cyber frameworks

Security architecture

Linux administration

VMware

Network security

Identity & access management

Vulnerability management

AI prompting

Cryptographic requirements

Tools

Elastic Security

SIEM

Job description

The Opportunity

Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian citizens and be eligible to obtain and maintain an active Australian Government Defence security clearance at the level required for the position.

SouthPAN is a Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) comprised of reference stations, telecommunications infrastructure, computing centres, signal generators, and satellites that provide improved positioning and navigation services in Australia, New Zealand, and its maritime region.

As a Cyber Systems Security Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering secure outcomes across complex Defence systems, translating cyber security requirements into practical engineering solutions and providing trusted technical advice to engineering, operational and program stakeholders. Drawing on your strong hands-on technical background, you will assess security risks, review system designs and influence security decisions throughout the system lifecycle.

This role is ideal for someone looking to build on their technical expertise and broaden their impact through technical leadership and advisory responsibilities. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, providing mentoring, knowledge transfer and guidance while taking ownership of security outcomes, coordinating activities across stakeholders and helping drive cyber security capability across the program.

This opportunity is based in Mawson Lakes, SA. Applicants from Melbourne, Victoria will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate cyber security requirements into practical engineering solutions across the system lifecycle.
• Review system designs, architecture and technical changes to assess security impacts and ensure compliance.
• Conduct threat modelling, threat hunting and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate cyber risks.
• Support the development of cyber security requirements and the implementation, validation and verification of security controls and risk treatments.
• Provide technical cyber security expertise, troubleshooting support and guidance to engineering, architecture, operations and program stakeholders.
• Apply Defence and Australian Government cyber security frameworks, standards and policies to system architectures and solutions.
• Support security assurance, accreditation and authorisation activities, including risk management and reporting.
• Mentor and support technical teams while promoting cyber security awareness, best practice and continuous improvement.

What you'll bring

• Significant experience in systems security engineering within Defence or complex ICT environments.
• Strong knowledge of Defence cyber security frameworks, including DCSAAF, ISM, PSPF, DSPF and SPARTA.
• Proven experience in security architecture, security requirements analysis, assurance, accreditation and risk management.
• Expertise in Linux administration, VMware environments, system hardening and platform sustainment.
• Experience with Elastic Security, SIEM technologies, security event monitoring and incident response.
• Strong understanding of network architecture, identity and access management, ASD-approved cryptographic requirements and secure system design.
• Demonstrated capability in vulnerability management, threat analysis and developing effective remediation strategies.
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Don't meet every requirement?

If you're excited by this opportunity but don't meet every criterion, we'd still love to hear from you. Your skills and experience may be a great fit for this role, or another opportunity within our organisation.

What we offer you

• Work on innovative projects, collaborate across borders and build your skills through internal secondments and structured career pathways.
• Access face to face and online development opportunities, supported by employee recognition programs and annual awards events.
• Many roles offer flexible options to help you shape a work pattern that fits your life.
• Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave each year, plus access dedicated study leave, and quarterly blood donor leave.
• Receive free mental health support for you and your family, participate in health month activities and access resources that support your wellbeing.
• Access a wide range of employee discounts, novated leasing options, referral incentives and financial guidance through your Superannuation provider.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is a dynamic organisation, providing stimulating and challenging opportunities with a global team of over 122,000 professionals. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

Veteran Friendly Workplace

Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government.

Equal Opportunity

Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any adjustments that will help you to be successful.