Senior System Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer – NV1 cleared, onsite role in Brisbane supporting secure systems development

Your new company

We’re working with a leading client in the defence and technology sector, who are currently expanding their engineering capability and are seeking to bring on a Senior Systems Engineer in a permanent capacity.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to secure systems development and digital transformation within a highly collaborative and innovative environment. You’ll be joining a high-impact engineering program focused on delivering complex, resilient systems across a range of platforms, with a strong emphasis on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Due to the nature of the work, an NV1 security clearance is required.

Your new role

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for embedding product security into every stage of the systems development lifecycle. You’ll work closely with engineering and architecture teams to design secure systems, develop specifications from a cyber perspective, and contribute to the integration of multiple platforms and technologies.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Developing and implementing cyber-resilient designs aligned with ISM and other frameworks
  • Leading threat and risk assessments to support secure system architecture
  • Collaborating across engineering teams to ensure security is embedded in technical specifications
  • Communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

What you'll need to succeed

  • Tertiary qualifications in engineering or a related technical discipline
  • Strong systems engineering background with a deep understanding of SDLC
  • NV1 clearance (mandatory)
  • Experience with solution architecture and cyber frameworks is advantageous (ISM, PSPF, DSPF, NIST, ACSI)
  • Ability to translate cyber requirements into engineered solutions
  • Bonus: Experience with operational technology (OT), industrial systems, or MBSE tools like Cameo or Visio
  • Passion for the field, continuous professional development, and strong communication skills

What you'll get in return

  • Work on a future-focused engineering program with national significance
  • Attractive salary with flexibility based on experience
  • Opportunities to work on future focused projects across cutting-edge platforms and technologies
  • Access to mentoring, training, and career development
  • Health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits including paid parental leave, study leave, and salary packaging

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or reach out via email to Alana.DeLisle@hays.com.au. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.


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Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Technology & Internet Services
Location
QLD - Brisbane CBD
Specialism
Cyber Security
Pay
$150,000 - $180,000 + superannuation
Ref:
2948750

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Matthew Cotton, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Brisbane
Level 45, One One One Eagle St, 111 Eagle Street

Telephone: 0732433046

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