Security Engineer

DXC Technology Company; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Career opportunities

Training & development

Job summary

DXC Technology is seeking a Security Engineer to support managed cyber services in Australia. You will onboard and manage cybersecurity services, respond to high-priority incidents, and ensure policy and compliance alignment with industry best practices.

The role emphasizes automation, collaboration, and ongoing learning in a dynamic, security-focused environment. The team values a proactive, team-oriented mindset and offers opportunities to work with cutting-edge security tools, cloud

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in IT/OT security operations for mid to large enterprises.
• Experience with Forcepoint proxy, NGFW CheckPoint, and Defender security suites.
• Cloud experience (AWS/Azure) and relevant security certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate onboarding, management and troubleshooting of cybersecurity services.
• Respond to high-priority incidents across infrastructure and security domains.
• Ensure policies, configurations and compliance meet best practices.
• Perform daily operations to meet SLAs and automate repetitive tasks.
• Engage vendors for advanced technical support and escalations.

Skills

Security operations

Cloud experience AWS/Azure

CISSP

Firewall & proxy tech

Scripting (Python/PowerShell)

API & IaC basics

Tools

Forcepoint Web Proxy

Check Point NGFW

Microsoft Defender

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Job Description:DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner delivering software, services, and solutions to global enterprises and public sector organisations — helping them harness AI to drive outcomes at a time of exponential change with speed. With deep expertise in Managed Infrastructure Services, Application Modernisation, and Industry-Specific Software Solutions, DXC modernises, secures, and operates some of the world’s most complex technology estates. Learn more on dxc.comWhat you will be doingDXC Managed Cyber Services (MCS) is the specialist, Digital Security division within DXC Technology. Our team provides a broad portfolio of security services offering end-to-end operational management of market-leading technologies and security services for local and multinational clients.As part of our continued focus on the Australia and New Zealand market, we are enhancing the Security Engineering Team who work within the Secured Infrastructure capacity to deliver security services at the highest standard for our customers.Only candidates able to gain or currently holding a current National Police Clearance will be considered for this role, and preferable for Australian Federal Government Security Clearance at Baseline or higher. Australian Citizenship is mandatory.Who you will be working withDXC Security is one of the few companies in Australia & New Zealand that can provide end-to-end security solutions—from expert advisory services to fully managed security operations, enabling the delivery of complete remediation plans and security improvement programs.Responsibilities:To facilitate the onboarding, management, and troubleshooting of the cybersecurity servicesAssist in high-priority incidents including both infrastructure and security-related.Ensure security services—including policies, configuration, and compliance—meet or exceed industry best practicesFulfill daily operational tasks to ensure all managed services meet Service Level Agreements (SLAs), actively identifying opportunities to automate repetitive administrative tasks.Implement and execute tasks to fulfill the project requirementsKeep up-to-date with a variety of security technologies, trends, and emerging AI-driven security toolsLiaise with vendors and their technical support/engineering team to provide advanced-level supportThe skills you will bring:At least 3 years’ experience working in IT/OT security operations for medium and/or large enterprises.Experience and good knowledge in implementation and/or managing and troubleshooting some of the following vendors’ technologies.Forcepoint Web Proxy – EssentialNGFW – CheckPointMicrosoft DefenderExperience working in cloud environment including Amazon Web Services/Microsoft AzureExperience in high-priority incident responseHolder of relevant industry/vendor certifications such as CISSP, Microsoft AZ-900 (or other Microsoft Security related cert), AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, & CheckPoint CCSEUnderstanding of the OSI Layer model from TCP/IP to application level and having the ability to troubleshoot & run analysis.Strong team player with a can-do attitude who works well collaborativelyHighly Desirable (But Not Essential):Automation & Scripting: Proficiency with high-level programming or scripting languages (such as Python or PowerShell)Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Knowledge of deploying and managing network security controls using IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)API Integration: Experience utilizing RESTful APIs to automate firewall rule provisioning, policy management, and reportingArtificial Intelligence: Familiarity with leveraging AI technologies (e.g., AI-assisted scripting tools, automated threat intelligence, or AI-driven SIEM analytics) to enhance operational efficiencyOur culture and benefitsDXC is committed to building better futures for our customers, colleagues, environment, and communities. We take care of each other and foster a culture of inclusion, belonging and corporate citizenship. We put this to action developing and implementing societal initiatives within our Social Impact Practice. #WeAreDXCAs an employer of choice, our “people first” philosophy means we offer competitive remuneration, benefits, training, and career opportunities that reflect our commitment to improving the lives of our employees, and the communities in which we live and work.How to apply & our commitment to you in returnIf you would like to be part of a culture that drives innovation, delivers results, rewards performance and encourages ideas, then please press the \"Apply Now\" button to submit your resume.In return, we agree to ensure a hiring process that is enjoyable, thorough, and fair. We strive to provide an environment that lets you thrive and show off the very best version of yourself, while learning about us at the same time.We are an Equal Opportunity EmployerDXC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome submissions from people from all walks of life. We celebrate our diversity and recognise it is the unique contributions of our people that give us our edge. We stand by the ‘bring your whole-self to work’ philosophy. It is our inclusive culture that powers our results, and our company grows only if our people grow.Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy. In addition, DXC Technology is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to support qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities.At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf. More information on employment scams is available here.