Senior Cyber Security Engineer – Defence Systems

Electro Optic Systems; City of Hume; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Electro Optic Systems is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to lead system-level cyber security across Defence programs. You will define requirements, develop secure architectures, oversee assurance activities, and manage security risks to ensure material systems remain secure and compliant.

You will provide specialist guidance, produce compliance artefacts, and support accreditation processes across multiple projects. Strong knowledge of ISM/PSPF framework and DevSecOps is expected.

Qualifications

• University degree in Cyber Security, Technology or Engineering.
• Certifications in Cyber Security or related field.
• Eligibility for Australian Defence security clearance (Baseline, NV1 or higher).
• Australian citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Elicit, develop and manage cybersecurity requirements, baselines and controls.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on customer cybersecurity requirements.
• Support development and test teams in implementing and validating cybersecurity requirements.
• Develop and manage key security documentation and assessment activities.
• Act as technical point of contact for system-level cybersecurity discussions.
• Perform technical risk assessments and support incident response.
• Support security working groups to discuss risks and controls.
• Conduct threat risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Perform threat modelling for new and existing systems and implement controls.
• Coach and mentor team members on cybersecurity designs and compliance.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Embedded Systems

DevSecOps

Secure Coding

Security Frameworks

SOP Development

Multitasking

Continuous Improvement

Education

University degree in Cyber Security

Cyber security certifications

Job description

Electro Optic Systems is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to lead system-level cyber security across Defence programs. You will define requirements, develop secure architectures, oversee assurance activities, and manage security risks to ensure material systems remain secure and compliant.

You will provide specialist guidance, produce compliance artefacts, and support accreditation processes across multiple projects. Strong knowledge of ISM/PSPF framework and DevSecOps is expected.