Threat Labs Platform Engineer - Security Ops

Telstra; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Telstra is seeking a Threat Labs Specialist to own and evolve a specialised Threat Labs capability supporting security operations, threat research, incident response, and Cleaner Pipes work. You will work across Linux systems, virtualization, distributed platforms, storage, automation, and secure networking.

You will engage with internal teams and vendors, maintain Threat Labs services, and drive improvements while upholding health and safety responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience administering Linux systems in an enterprise or service-provider environment.
• Proficiency in Linux OS, virtualisation, orchestration, automation, distributed systems and storage.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving and root cause analysis across hardware, software and networks.
• Scripting experience in at least one language.
• Understanding of big data concepts and tools processing large volumes of security data.
• Ability to clearly document processes, changes and incident actions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and automate activities.
• High levels of accountability and integrity managing sensitive systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, support, and maintain the Threat Labs environment, services, and systems.
• Monitor system availability, functionality, and performance; troubleshoot issues across hardware, software, and networks.
• Perform routine maintenance, patch management, and root cause analysis for reliability and security.
• Administer user accounts, permissions, access controls, and secure remote access.
• Engage vendors and partners to support platforms, services and delivery.
• Provide technical support to teams during security incidents and investigations.
• Develop and maintain documentation enabling repeatable Threat Labs operations.
• Contribute to Threat Labs projects, deliverables, and Cleaner Pipes work.
• Identify and implement improvements in systems, tooling, automation and processes.
• Maintain relationships with domestic and international stakeholders and response teams.
• Demonstrate commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibilities.

Skills

Problem solving

Documentation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Ownership

Continuous improvement

Tools

Linux

Virtualisation

Orchestration

Automation

Distributed systems

Storage

KVM

Scripting

Job description

Telstra is seeking a Threat Labs Specialist to own and evolve a specialised Threat Labs capability supporting security operations, threat research, incident response, and Cleaner Pipes work. You will work across Linux systems, virtualization, distributed platforms, storage, automation, and secure networking.

You will engage with internal teams and vendors, maintain Threat Labs services, and drive improvements while upholding health and safety responsibilities.