Cybersecurity System Engineer

Thales

Queenstown

On-site

NZD 90,000 - 150,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Thales seeks a Cybersecurity System Engineer in New Zealand to contribute to design, implementation and assessment of security controls for AMS Systems, projects and internal systems. You will report to the Project Security Manager and Squad Scrum Master and drive secure solutions with security documentation.

Requirements include 5+ years in cybersecurity, strong IAM/PAM/SIEM/EDR knowledge, and ISO 27001 familiarity; occasional international travel may be required.

Qualifications

Degree or higher in engineering or computer science with cybersecurity focus.
5+ years of proven cybersecurity experience.
Desirable CISSP or similar qualifications.

Responsibilities

Contribute to design and development of security solutions meeting customer needs.
Lead security control implementation and monitoring activities.
Perform vulnerability assessments and security audits.
Develop security documentation (SoA, SRP, SSP).
Coordinate with stakeholders on security controls and processes.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Security engineering

ISO/IEC 27001

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science

Postgraduate Cybersecurity studies

Tools

DOORS

Polarian

Jira

Job description

ROLE DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Cybersecurity System Engineer contributes to the development, application and assessment of the Security controls to AMS Systems, including Products, Projects for delivery to the customer and internal systems.

The Cybersecurity System Engineer is under the supervision of the Project Security Manager (PSecM) and Squad Scrum Master.

KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Cybersecurity System Engineer, you are accountable for:

The Cybersecurity System Engineer is under the supervision of the Project Security Manager (PSecM) and Squad Scrum Master.

KEY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

To be successful in your role, you will have demonstrated and/or acquired the following knowledge and experience:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Contribute to and lead where assigned to the design and development of solutions to meet customer requirements, whilst ensuring the alignment with the cybersecurity program
Contribute to and lead where assigned the definition of solutions that deliver the best trade-off between requirements, cost, schedule and risk satisfying our customer needs
Coordinate with internal stakeholders, advising on security controls and processes / procedures
Develop or update the relevant cybersecurity documentation development such as:Statement of ApplicabilitySecurity requirements and associated designSecurity Incident Response PlanSystem Security PlanStandard Security Operational Procedures
Contribute to Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and Problem Change Requests (PCRs)
Participate and lead technical reviews and working groups as required
Provide leadership of security control implementation and monitoring
Conduct periodic reviews of the implemented security configuration to align with selected security framework(s)
Perform Vulnerability Assessments by the conduct of regular vulnerability scans and cyber security audits
Generate Vulnerability report with recommendation in project context – Relying on the PSIRT team.
Support security patch management
Lead where assigned the integration and verification of security controls
Lead where assigned the application and operation of procedural and technical security controls
Contribute to cybersecurity test campaigns
Contribute to Security risk assessments
Deliver fundamental-level cyber security training in an accessible, easy-to-understand manner
Promote knowledge sharing ensuring that work is captured sufficiently for re-use across projects
Follow Thales processes and practises and contribute to their improvement

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Qualifications

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline majoring in Cybersecurity
Postgraduate studies in Cybersecurity (Desirable)

Essential Experience

5+ years of proven experience in the Cybersecurity field
Strong knowledge in Cybersecurity solutions (e.g. IAM, PAM, SIEM, EDR, Keys, Firewall)
Strong knowledge in Cybersecurity engineering activities
Knowledge of Systems Engineering Lifecycle and relevant standards eg. ISO/IEC15288
Demonstrated ability to achieve effective outcomes in a multidiscipline, multi-culture environment
A positive attitude combined with excellent interpersonal and motivational skills.
Sound judgement and independent decision-making capability where necessary

Desirable:

Industry qualifications, such as CISSP
Experience in system hardening and hardening review based on CIS Benchmarks or DISA STIG frameworks.
Knowledge of ISO 27001 foundational requirements.

Experience in country security regulations (e.g. CCOP and IM(ICT&SS) for Singapore)

Experience in ATM Domain and related standards eg. ICAO, Eurocontrol , or safety critical systems.
Experience in System Engineering tools eg. DOORs, Polarian, Jira
Experience in vulnerability management and threat modeling
Experience in working in a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

General / Special Requirements

Assist in ensuring a harmonious work environment in all departments that you are working with by upholding Thales' key values.
An advocate for diversity and inclusion who will be actively involved in implementing change initiatives to achieve our diversity goals
An advocate for a culture of continuous improvement
An advocate for Accountability, transparency and curiosity
Comply with all relevant company Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental policies and framework and work practices with the intent of preventing or minimising accidental exposures to self, colleagues, visitors and/or the environment and to ensure a safe work practises at all times.
Comply with all relevant Company policies and procedures.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS