Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Narooma; Sydney; Remote; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

WSI is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to protect airport infrastructure, operations and data by maturing security capabilities across the environment. You will concentrate on the Microsoft security stack, vulnerability management, identity, and data protection while working with the SOC and MSPs.

Role requires strong technical expertise, collaboration, and the ability to translate security requirements into practical controls with risk-based decisions.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline.
• 6+ years' experience in cyber security engineering within a complex enterprise environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft security technologies including Defender XDR, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity, Defender for Office 365, Intune, Purview and Entra ID.
• Experience in vulnerability management, incident response and security operations.
• Strong scripting and automation capability using Python and/or PowerShell.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A dedication to delivering practical and risk-proportionate security solutions.

Responsibilities

• Optimise and mature WSI's cyber security tools and controls, with a strong focus on the Microsoft security ecosystem including Defender XDR, Defender for Endpoint, Intune, Purview and Entra ID.
• Improve cyber security monitoring, detection and response capabilities through enhanced configuration, integration and automation of security technologies.
• Manage vulnerability scanning, triage and remediation activities using Tenable and partnering with technology teams to reduce cyber risk.
• Support identity and access management including Entra ID, Conditional Access and MFA
• Manage endpoint security, device compliance and data protection capabilities across the organisation.
• Develop dashboards and reporting that provide meaningful insights into cyber security posture, risk and performance.
• Support onboarding of new systems to the Cyber Security Platform, ensuring security requirements and controls are implemented effectively.
• Support Level 2 and Level 3 cyber security incident investigations, containment activities and post-incident reviews.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, the Security Operations Centre and managed service providers to continuously improve WSI's cyber security capability and resilience.

Skills

Cyber security engineering

Microsoft security stack

Scripting (Python/PowerShell)

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Cyber Security / IT / CS degree

Tools

Defender XDR

Defender for Endpoint

Defender for Identity

Defender for Office 365

Intune

Purview

Entra ID

Tenable

Job description

Reporting to the Head of Security Operations, the Senior Cyber Security Engineer plays a critical role in protecting WSI's airport infrastructure, operations and data by strengthening cyber security capabilities and reducing organisational risk.

This role is responsible for maturing the scope, coverage and effectiveness of security solutions across the airport environment, improving incident detection, response and resilience, and providing technical cyber security expertise across the organisation. You’ll play a key role in the configuration, operation and optimisation of key security technologies, with a strong focus on the Microsoft security stack, vulnerability management, identity and access management, endpoint security and data protection.

Working closely with internal stakeholders, managed service providers and the Security Operations Centre, you will help ensure cyber security controls remain effective, practical and aligned to operational requirements.

Key responsibilities:

• Optimise and mature WSI's cyber security tools and controls, with a strong focus on the Microsoft security ecosystem including Defender XDR, Defender for Endpoint, Intune, Purview and Entra ID.
• Improve cyber security monitoring, detection and response capabilities through enhanced configuration, integration and automation of security technologies.
• Manage vulnerability scanning, triage and remediation activities using Tenable and partnering with technology teams to reduce cyber risk.
• Support identity and access management including Entra ID, Conditional Access and MFA
• Manage endpoint security, device compliance and data protection capabilities across the organisation.
• Develop dashboards and reporting that provide meaningful insights into cyber security posture, risk and performance.
• Support onboarding of new systems to the Cyber Security Platform, ensuring security requirements and controls are implemented effectively.
• Support Level 2 and Level 3 cyber security incident investigations, containment activities and post-incident reviews.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, the Security Operations Centre and managed service providers to continuously improve WSI's cyber security capability and resilience.

About You

You’ll be someone with strong technical expertise in the Microsoft security stack, a willingness to learn, take on challenges and collaborate with others through great verbal and written communication skills.

• Degree qualified in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline.
• 6+ years' experience in cyber security engineering within a complex enterprise environment.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Microsoft security technologies including Defender XDR, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity, Defender for Office 365, Intune, Purview and Entra ID.
• Experience in vulnerability management, incident response and security operations.
• Strong scripting and automation capability using Python and/or PowerShell.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A dedication to delivering practical and risk‑proportionate security solutions.

Desirable:

• Microsoft security certifications such as SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, SC-400 or AZ-500.
• Experience in aviation, critical infrastructure or operational technology environments.
• Experience with digital certificates, web application security controls and security compliance.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).

What We Offer

At WSI you're not just joining a team — you're becoming part of a community that thrives on purpose, passion and possibility.

We’re building a culture that brings out the best in people, empowering every individual to grow, contribute and shine. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, we offer experiences that unlock your full potential.

Our values power everything we do:

• Safety Because nothing matters more.
• Heart Our passion drives us in everything we do.
• Striving To be different and better.
• Achieving together We make it happen with collaboration

Proudly working on Dharug land, we reflect the vibrant diversity of Western Sydney and welcome people from all backgrounds and abilities to be part of our journey.

Please let us know if you require any adjustments to the application or recruitment process.