Cybersecurity Engineer

Randstad; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Employee benefits

Job summary

Randstad Defence in Sydney is seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Engineer to strengthen ICT infrastructure for critical defence initiatives. This permanent full-time role offers flexible working arrangements.

You will design secure architectures, draft security policies, perform vulnerability assessments and engage in penetration testing, with Australian citizen baseline clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree or relevant qualifications in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Software Engineering, ICT Engineering.
• At least 5 years of professional background as a Cybersecurity Engineer.
• Proven experience contributing to Australian defence and government projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and building secure hardware and software architectures for defence specs.
• Draft ICT security policies and procedures aligned with defence standards.
• Prepare accreditation plans, SOPs, and documentation to secure Authority to Operate (ATO).
• Identify vulnerabilities and threats; apply patches as needed across systems.
• Perform or support penetration testing and ICT system evaluations.
• Log risks from security assessments and work with ICT teams on mitigations.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Network security

Python scripting

DevSecOps

Penetration testing

Software testing

Education

Degree or relevant qualifications in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Software Engineering, ICT Engineering

Tools

Windows

Linux

Android

Virtual machines

CISSP

CompTIA Security+

Job description

In partnership with a prominent global defence organisation, Randstad Defence is seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Engineer. The successful candidate will focus on strengthening cybersecurity infrastructure and delivering robust Information and Communications Technology (ICT) systems and solutions for critical defence initiatives.

This is a permanent full-time role based in Sydney with flexible working arrangements and great employee benefits.

About the Role

• Assist in designing and building secure hardware and software architectures tailored to defence specifications.
• Support the drafting of ICT security policies and procedures aligned with corporate and defence regulatory standards.
• Help prepare accreditation plans, standard operating procedures, and key documentation to secure Authority to Operate (ATO) for company-managed systems.
• Identify vulnerabilities and security threats across systems, applying necessary security patches.
• Perform or support penetration testing and comprehensive evaluation activities to validate ICT systems.
• Log risks discovered during security assessments and collaborate with cross-functional ICT team members on mitigation strategies.

About you

• Degree or relevant qualifications in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Software Engineering, ICT Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of professional background as a Cybersecurity Engineer.
• Proven experience contributing to Australian defence and government projects.
• Strong knowledge of software engineering and systems engineering methodologies.
• Proficiency with Windows, Linux, and Android operating systems, virtual machines, network security, and scripting languages like Python for automation.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+, networking credentials, or equivalent certifications.
• Background in DevSecOps, penetration testing, and software testing is highly desirable.

The candidates must be an Australian citizen and must have a Baseline Security Clearance and above.

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.