Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Saab Australia; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 6 weeks leave

14% employer superannuation

Free Income Protection Insurance

Job summary

Saab Australia is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to lead security engagements across Defence, government and critical infrastructure. You will guide security architecture, governance, risk and assurance throughout the system lifecycle, engaging with customers and internal stakeholders to deliver trusted security outcomes.

The role emphasizes accreditation, ISMS development, and cloud security across AWS/Azure, with hybrid work options and a clear path to influence national security

Qualifications

• Experience across the full cyber security engineering lifecycle.
• Experience delivering security solutions in Defence/government environments.
• Strong knowledge of ISM, PSPF and ISO 27001.
• Experience developing accreditation artefacts and assessment activities.
• Cloud security architecture experience on AWS and/or Azure.
• IRAP-aligned security risk assessments and audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead cyber security consulting, engineering and advisory services for Defence and government projects.
• Define security requirements, architectures and secure designs across ICT/OT environments.
• Conduct security risk assessments, gap analyses and maturity reviews.
• Develop ISMS aligned with ISO 27001 and industry best practice.
• Prepare artefacts to achieve Authority to Operate (ATO).
• Provide architecture and design guidance across cloud environments (AWS/Azure).
• Support GRC activities aligned with ISM/PSPF/Defence frameworks.
• Assist business growth through customer engagement and tender responses.
• Build strong relationships with clients and partners.

Skills

Cyber security lifecycle

Regulated environments

Stakeholder engagement

Consulting mindset

Security governance

Cloud security architecture

Education

Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics degree

PE Australia registration eligible

Tools

AWS

Azure

Job description

Senior Cyber Security Engineer opportunity – Adelaide, SA

Join Saab Australia (Saab) and help shape the future of defence, security and cyber technology.

For more than 35 years, Saab Australia has been a leading provider of defence, civil and security solutions, with an enduring purpose to keep people and society safe. We combine global expertise with local knowledge to deliver innovative, world‑class solutions that support critical operations across Australia’s defence and security industries. From cyber security and communications to advanced defence systems and mixed reality technologies, our teams work on meaningful projects that make a real impact.

If you're looking for challenging work, cutting‑edge technology, and the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Up to 6 weeks leave
• 14% employer superannuation contribution
• Free Income Protection Insurance

For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent: https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life

The role

Drive the security of Australia’s most critical Defence and national security capabilities.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Cyber Security Engineer to join our Cyber Security team, delivering trusted security advice, engineering expertise and risk management services across complex Defence, government and critical infrastructure environments.

This is an opportunity for a seasoned cyber security professional to lead security engagements, influence strategic outcomes and work with customers to design, secure and assure mission‑critical systems across the full system lifecycle.

About The Opportunity

As a Senior Cyber Security Engineer, you will be a trusted advisor to customers and internal stakeholders, providing technical leadership across cyber security architecture, governance, risk, compliance and assurance activities.

You will lead security engagements from concept through to accreditation, helping customers navigate complex regulatory requirements while strengthening their security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of cyber security consulting, engineering and advisory services across Defence and government projects.
• Defining security requirements, architectures and secure system designs across complex ICT and operational technology environments.
• Conducting security risk assessments, gap analyses and security maturity reviews.
• Developing and implementing Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) aligned with ISO 27001 and industry best practice.
• Authoring security documentation required to achieve system accreditation and Authority to Operate (ATO).
• Providing security architecture, design assurance and implementation guidance across cloud environments, including AWS and Azure.
• Supporting governance, risk and compliance (GRC) activities aligned with the ISM, PSPF and Defence security frameworks.
• Supporting business growth through customer engagement, proposal development and tender responses.
• Building strong relationships with clients, industry partners and key stakeholders.

About You

You are a highly capable cyber security professional with a strong consulting mindset, technical depth and the ability to engage confidently with customers, engineers and senior decision‑makers.

You’ll Bring

• Extensive experience across the full cyber security engineering lifecycle, including requirements definition, architecture, design, implementation and assurance.
• Strong experience delivering cyber security solutions within Defence, government or other highly regulated environments.
• Deep knowledge of the Information Security Manual (ISM), Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and ISO 27001.
• Experience developing accreditation artefacts and supporting assessment and authorisation activities.
• Strong expertise in cloud security architecture and assurance across AWS and/or Azure environments.
• Experience conducting security risk assessments, audits and assurance activities, including IRAP-aligned assessments.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, consulting and communication skills.

Desirable Certifications

One or more of the following industry certifications will be highly regarded:

• CISSP
• CISM
• CISA
• CRISC
• ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or a related Engineering discipline.
• Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer in Australia.

You’ll work on complex and meaningful projects that contribute to Australia’s Defence and national security capability while collaborating with a highly regarded team of cyber security professionals. This role offers the opportunity to influence customer outcomes, shape security strategy and work across some of the most challenging security environments in the country.

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to baseline/NV1/NV2 level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office and a 9‑day fortnight will be considered for this role.

What You Will Be Part Of

• Explore a world of possibilities. Tackle challenges, drive innovation, and grow your career in an environment where curiosity and diverse perspectives are valued. Together, we achieve extraordinary outcomes, and your contribution matters.
• Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose to help nations keep their people and society safe. Supported by 28,000 employees worldwide, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
• The company develops, manufactures, and sustains advanced systems across aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors, and underwater systems. Headquartered in Sweden, Saab has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Learn more about Saab here.
• We’re committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and inspired to do their best work.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and ex‑service personnel, veterans and their families.