Senior Security Systems Engineer

IT & T

Software Development & Testing/IT Security & Compliance

Senior Cyber Security Systems Engineer – NV2 / TSPV | Multi-State

Are you a seasoned Security Systems Engineer who loves solving complex cyber problems across large, mission-critical environments? Join a high-security Australian Government cyber program delivering security uplift for multiple agencies, designing and implementing security controls from OFFICIAL through to TOP SECRET systems. This long-term EL1-equivalent engagement offers a 3-year runway, NV2/TSPV work, and the chance to be a hands-on SME influencing national cyber resilience, predominantly onsite in ACT, VIC or NSW (with limited flexible work options negotiable).

Location
ACT, VIC or NSW – Predominantly onsite

Contract Details
  • Contract Duration: 12 months + 2 x 12-month extensions (up to 3 years total)
  • Security Clearance Requirement: Current NV2 or TSPV security clearance (TSPV preferred; no upgrade sponsorship)
Essential Tasks
  • Deliver specialist security systems engineering advice, design and implementation across multiple Australian Government entities, from OFFICIAL to TOP SECRET environments.
  • Implement and remediate security controls across technologies such as Microsoft Active Directory, secure networks/gateways, cross domain solutions/diodes, SIEM (e.g. Sentinel/Splunk), Linux/Unix, Windows and cloud platforms.
  • Develop and maintain high-quality security engineering documentation including SOPs, Requests for Change, design documentation and as-built/as-configured artefacts.
  • Lead and participate in security design and remediation workshops, prototyping and testing security configurations aligned with the ISM, Essential Eight and other cyber security standards.
Key Criteria
  • Minimum 7 years’ experience as a Systems Engineer, providing advice, design, implementation and remediation across one or more of: Microsoft AD, networking/gateways/SDN, cross domain solutions/diodes, Sentinel or Splunk, enterprise Linux/Unix (e.g. RHEL), cloud (Azure/AWS/GCP) and/or complex Windows enterprise environments.
  • Proven ability to work independently and effectively in hybrid or remote teams, while providing direction and setting work tasks that align with organisational and strategic objectives.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a track record producing technical documentation, reports, presentations and senior executive briefings.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology (or equivalent training/certifications) and demonstrated experience identifying, implementing and applying security controls in complex environments (desirable).
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 (02) 6230 0233 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 hold a current TSPV clearance; NV2 may be accepted.
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