Senior Security Engineer: Vulnerability & Threat Architect

Compas Pty Ltd; Canberra; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Compas Pty Ltd in ACT is seeking two Senior Security Engineers specializing in vulnerability assessment for a secure Australian Government ICT environment. You will assess and prioritise vulnerabilities, analyse complex threat profiles and strengthen security architecture through testing findings, risk analysis and control assessments.

These roles are onsite in Canberra, with a 12-month contract and possible 12-month extensions, commencing 1 February 2027.

Qualifications

• Must have demonstrated experience in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing findings analysis.
• Strong knowledge of security controls, threat analysis and risk management.
• Experience investigating security incidents and improving security architecture.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess and prioritise security vulnerabilities from penetration testing, with actionable recommendations.
• Analyse threat profiles across devices and systems, conducting risk and impact assessments.
• Evaluate security controls, investigate suspected cyber attacks and support incident management.
• Review system designs and contribute to security policies, standards and risk management practices.

Skills

Vulnerability assessment

Penetration testing analysis

Security risk management

Threat analysis

Security controls

Job description

Compas Pty Ltd in ACT is seeking two Senior Security Engineers specializing in vulnerability assessment for a secure Australian Government ICT environment. You will assess and prioritise vulnerabilities, analyse complex threat profiles and strengthen security architecture through testing findings, risk analysis and control assessments.

These roles are onsite in Canberra, with a 12-month contract and possible 12-month extensions, commencing 1 February 2027.