Security Engineer

Synechron; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm seeks a Security Engineer in Sydney, Australia. The role focuses on cybersecurity, managing cryptographic keys, and ensuring compliance with security policies. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in IT, strong knowledge of information security controls, and relevant qualifications. Effective communication skills are essential for coordinating with international teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related IT experience.
• Experience in key management and relevant certifications.
• Ability to coordinate virtual teams across various locations.

Responsibilities

• Manage cryptographic keys per the security policies.
• Advance compliance training for security staff.
• Maintain the overall security of networks and systems.
• Monitor adherence to internal standards.
• Perform security assessments and reviews.
• Ensure secure design and maintenance of projects.

Skills

Information security controls

Cryptography technologies

Email and internet security

Security incident handling

PCI DSS knowledge

Enterprise security processes

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or MS degree in a relevant field

Job description

The Security Engineer will serve as the Global Cyber Security & Frauds security resource for Fiserv's Australia. The Security Engineer will act as a liaison between the GCSF and the country team, aligning business requirements with security policy compliance while processing requests for changes and access.

Responsibilities

• Manage cryptographic keys in line with the Fiserv Security Key Management Policy and Procedures, and provide timely support for key-related activities including at the Datacenters.
• Advance Crypto Key Security Risk & Compliance awareness and training programs for Key management staff.
• Maintain the overall security for Fiserv Australia networks, systems, databases and assets.
• Monitor adherence to internal Fiserv standards, controls, and frameworks.
• Perform security assessments and application crypto security reviews, coordinate vulnerability remediation, assess new technologies for security impact, and manage compliance deliverables.
• Ensure internal and external network segments and business projects on the infrastructure are designed and maintained securely per the zoning security guidelines.
• Ensure network designs/changes meet security requirements and do not introduce weaknesses or vulnerabilities.

Key Position Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of information security controls such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, log analysis, access ID control, gateway security, encryption tools, etc.
• Experience in cryptography technologies and management of cryptographic keys.
• Knowledge of email and internet security, handling anti-virus and malware incidents and alerts.
• Experience in handling security incidents, ability to review and identify security events and incidents and take required actions.
• Exposure to PCI DSS, internal and external audits including PCI DSS, PCI PIN, ISO27001 and client audits.
• Experience with enterprise security processes, procedures and compliance.
• Good communication skills and experience working in an international organization.
• 8+ years of related IT experience. MS or Bachelor’s Degree with equivalent work experience in Key Management and relevant certifications.
• Ability to coordinate virtual teams across multiple departments and physical locations.

Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia