Senior Security Systems Engineer

Compas; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Compas is seeking a Senior Security Systems Engineer for a contract opportunity in Canberra. This role involves assessing systems for vulnerabilities, conducting security workshops, and providing solutions. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of cyber security experience along with NV1 clearance and a strong background in threat analysis and countermeasure design.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cyber security experience with proficiency in security system design tools.
• Ability to write code in a supported language (e.g. Java, C++).
• Experience with frameworks like CIS CSC, NIST SP 800-53.

Responsibilities

• Assess various systems for cyber security vulnerabilities.
• Conduct technical workshops and run security assessments.
• Provide remediation recommendations for identified issues.

Skills

Threat analysis

Countermeasure design

Security system design tools

Programming in Java or C++

Job description

Compas Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Senior Security Systems Engineer

Compas Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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Senior Security Systems Engineer – Contract Opportunity

An active NV1 clearance or above is required for this position.

Looking to contribute to Australia’s national cyber capabilities? We're seeking a Senior Security Systems Engineer to join a secure federal environment, helping shape cyber defence systems through expert assessment, integration, and design. This is a hybrid role based in ACT, SA or VIC, perfect for an experienced infrastructure engineer with a security mindset and NV1 clearance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess a variety of systems and configurations for cyber security vulnerabilities.
• Conduct technical workshops and run security assessment tools.
• Develop and provide remediation recommendations for identified cyber security issues.
• Apply cyber security and privacy principles in system integration and design.

You’ll Need:

• 5+ years of cyber security experience, with strong skills in threat analysis and countermeasure design.
• Proficiency in security system design tools and techniques.
• Ability to write code in a supported language (e.g. Java, C++).
• Experience assessing security controls using frameworks such as CIS CSC, NIST SP 800-53.
  

How to Apply
Does this role sound perfect for you? If so, to register your interest in this role, please either contact Liam Murphy or the Compas Team on [phone] and send through your CV by following the link below.

About Compas:
Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE
Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must have a current Negative Vetting 1 or above clearance.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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