Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Department of Customer Service; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 133,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Office attendance at Sydney McKell

Job summary

Department of Customer Service is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer in Sydney. Hybrid work with in-office presence required at McKell offices on Tue and Thu, subject to policy changes. The role focuses on AWS/Azure cloud and OS platforms to strengthen NSW cyber security posture.

You will engage across government teams, lead cloud and OS projects, and contribute to WoG responses to cyber threats while maintaining up-to-date security practices and documentation.

Qualifications

• Essential Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and retain minimum Baseline Security clearance within six months to work with sensitive government and critical communications information
• Certifications in IT, Cyber Security and/or Infrastructure and cloud systems qualifications
• Strong knowledge and experience with Azure, AWS, Windows, Unix, and Hypervisors; cloud platforms preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and manage multiple projects

Responsibilities

• Engage with stakeholders to mitigate cloud and OS platform vulnerabilities and threats
• Lead Cyber IT cloud and OS platform projects for continuous security improvements
• Provide cyber security risk advice aligned with NSW Government policies
• Analyze cyber threats to government services and assets
• Develop and maintain cyber security documentation and standards
• Offer technical leadership on best practices for NSW Government cyber security posture

Skills

AWS Cloud

Azure Cloud

OS Platform

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Cloud Security

Security Clearances

Education

Cyber Security Certifications

Cloud Certifications

IT Infrastructure Qualifications

Job description

Senior Cyber Security Engineer Grade 9/10 Salary range: $133,348-146,945 + super Duration: Ongoing Location: Hybrid working arrangements in place – in office requirementto attend Sydney McKell offices on Tuesdays and Thursdays, which is subject to change based on applicable DCS workplace policies.

About the team

This role sits within the NSW Telco Authority Cyber Security – IT Apps & Data team. An exciting ongoing opportunity has arisen for Senior Cyber Security Engineer with strong AWS/Azure cloud and OS Platform expertise to join the NSW Telco Authority, a rapidly growing agency within the Department of Customer Service. The successful candidate will provide expert technical infrastructure, application, and data solutions to improve resilience against NSW's cyber security threats and vulnerabilities. The role also supports whole of government (WoG) responses to cyber security issues and risks to the NSW Government and contributes to strengthening the NSW Government's cyber security posture.

You will be joining a friendly, fast-paced, dynamic and diverse team of four who are passionate about keeping people and places safe. We are an inclusive employer that fully supports flexible working and values our people for their diverse ideas, backgrounds and skills. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the community we serve and welcome applications from everyone.

Your responsibilities will include

• Engaging and Collaborating with business and technology stakeholders to support the mitigation of AWS/Azure cloud and OS platform based cyber identified vulnerabilities, incidents, threats, and trends to improve cyber security posture
• Developing and leading Cyber IT cloud and OS platform projects to ensure continuous improvement of the NSW Government's cyber securityposture
• Consulting on potential cyber security risks in the NSW Government Infrastructure, Applications, and Data ensuring ongoing compliance with Agency's cyber security policies and Cyber Security Policy
• Analysing and assessing cyber threats to government services, assets, and information todetermineattribution,motivationandcapability
• Developing andmaintainingcyber security technical documentation in line with project and operational requirements ensuring documentation practices aremaintainedand adhered to
• Providingtechnical leadership and guidance in designing, configuring, andmaintaininglatest industry trends and to support the latest IT and cyber security risks and solutions toproviderecommendations on best practices for cyber security posture across NSW Government

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate

• Essential Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and retain minimum Baseline Security clearance within six months to work with sensitive government and critical communications information
• Relevant Qualifications: You will hold certifications in IT, Cyber Security and/or Infrastructure and cloud systems qualifications
• Exceptional Cloud Skill and Experience: Strong knowledgeand experience working withAzure, AWS, Windows,Unix,and Hypervisors, with a specific affinity for Cloud platforms
• Problem Solving Acumen: You love solving problems by thinking outside the box and finding new angles to approach them
• Collaborative Nature: Being a team player is key, you must be able to work well in teams and collaborate across different stakeholders and business areas
• Project Management: An ability to work effectively on simultaneous projects within definedtimeframesand in an environment of conflicting and changing priorities
• Strong Stakeholder Engagement: Your communication and coordination skills will be integral to this role. You will be able to demonstrate this skill in forums such as working groups, committee meetings, and stakeholder consultations
• Industry Knowledge and Awareness: An ability tomaintainup-to-date knowledge on ICT, cyber security, and cyber risk trends

About NSW Telco Authority

NSW Telco Authority (NSWTA) operates and manages the Public Safety Network to deliver radio communications for frontline responders.

We work with emergency services and telecommunications carriers to protect communications assets during emergencies and natural disasters.

NSWTA is a delivery agency with responsibility for over $1.5 billion in key NSW Government projects that connect communities and support emergency services.

We lead and coordinate whole-of-government connectivity strategy to bridge the digital divide and help keep people and places safe.

NSWTA operates as a standalone Statutory Authority within the Department of Customer Service. We promote flexibility and we will consider part time, job share and other flexible arrangements.

We’re proud of our customer-centric, people‑first culture and it is key to the success of our fast‑moving, high-performance organisation, where our people and partners live and breathe our values of Integrity, Trust, Service and Accountability.

We understand the importance of continuing to learn and grow in your career and provide a range of training and development opportunities to keep upskilling and nurturing our people. We’re also committed to creating opportunities for job mobility and new experiences within our organisation or the wider public sector.

For more information, go to NSW Telco Authority

Salary Grade 9/10, with the base salary for this role startingat $133348 base plus superannuation

For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Fiona Glover via [e-mail].

A talent pool may be created as part of this recruitment process and will be valid for up to 18 months. The talent pool may be used to fill future ongoing or temporary vacancies of the same or similar role.

Closing Date

Closing Date: 11:59pmThursday 1st October

Careers at Department of Customer Service

A career at the Department ofCustomer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reformthat benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digitaltransformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state.

Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace

The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracingdifference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with differentbackgrounds and perspectives.

You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.

We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you have any support or access needs thatmayrequire adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process(including an alternate format of the application form) please contact [e-mail].

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