TSPV - Security Engineer - QLD, ACT, VIC, SA
IT & T
Software Development & Testing/IT Security & Compliance
Step into a pivotal Security Engineer (TSPV) role supporting mission-critical national security systems, working across the full software lifecycle to design, build and operate advanced ICT security capabilities. You’ll be hands-on with modern security tooling (firewalls, EDR, SIEM, automation and more), collaborating in a high-performance team within a secure federal government environment.
Location: QLD, ACT, VIC, SA (onsite)
Contract Duration: 12 months, with 2 x 12-month extension options
Security Clearance Requirement: Due to the nature of this environment, candidates are required to have a TSPV clearance to perform this role.
This position is open to Australian citizens with a valid security clearance due to role requirements. We are committed to a non-discriminatory hiring process but, unfortunately, cannot provide visa sponsorship for overseas applicants.
Closing Date: Applications close soon – please apply ASAP
Key Responsibilities
Does this role sound perfect for you? If so, to register your interest in this role, please either contact Kate on (02) 6230 0233 or Click APPLY!
Due to system limitations, we will only be able to contact candidates who closely match the requirements for this role. We appreciate your understanding and encourage you to apply if your experience aligns with the position.
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
Location: QLD, ACT, VIC, SA (onsite)
Contract Duration: 12 months, with 2 x 12-month extension options
Security Clearance Requirement: Due to the nature of this environment, candidates are required to have a TSPV clearance to perform this role.
This position is open to Australian citizens with a valid security clearance due to role requirements. We are committed to a non-discriminatory hiring process but, unfortunately, cannot provide visa sponsorship for overseas applicants.
Closing Date: Applications close soon – please apply ASAP
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, integrate and enhance ICT security systems across the full software lifecycle (definition, requirements, design, development, integration, verification and validation).
- Develop, operate and tune security controls including next-generation firewalls, IDS/IPS, web application firewalls, EDR, NDR, SIEM, vulnerability scanning, PKI and encryption solutions.
- Build and maintain security monitoring, log analysis and security automation capabilities to detect, analyse and respond to threats.
- Review and uplift system security controls, guide technical staff on control implementation, and support secure deployment and ongoing monitoring of systems in line with organisational security plans.
- Proven knowledge of information security principles, practices and technologies, with strong experience developing and administering ICT security systems and applications (5+ years ICT, including 3+ years as a Security Engineer preferred).
- Hands-on experience with Linux and/or Windows administration plus scripting/programming (e.g. Python and PowerShell) to automate security and operational tasks.
- Demonstrated experience in vulnerability management and one or more of: endpoint detection and response, user behaviour analytics and/or SIEM tools.
- Experience developing use cases, procedures and technical documentation, with the ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams and support technical leadership as required.
Does this role sound perfect for you? If so, to register your interest in this role, please either contact Kate on (02) 6230 0233 or Click APPLY!
Due to system limitations, we will only be able to contact candidates who closely match the requirements for this role. We appreciate your understanding and encourage you to apply if your experience aligns with the position.
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