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EL2 Cyber Security Engineer/ Platform Specialist

Cyber Security Engineer – Federal Government | Canberra-based 12-month initial contract | NV1 Clearance

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Our large federal government client is seeking to engage a Cyber Security Engineer / Platform Specialist on an initial up to 12-month contract. This is a senior-level role within a highly skilled cyber security team, contributing to critical projects that enhance and protect national IT infrastructure. This role is open to applicants based in Canberra, ACT. Candidates must have a current or be able to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1 clearance.

Your new role

As a Cyber Security Engineer / Platform Specialist, you will play a key role in stabilising and uplifting the security posture of complex IT environments while ensuring ongoing maintenance of essential systems. You will provide technical leadership, security insights, and operational support across multiple platforms and infrastructure, with a strong focus on:

  • Application Control (Carbon Black, WDAC)
  • Vulnerability Scanning (Tenable, RunZero)
  • Linux Infrastructure Support (RHEL, RedHat Satellite, IDM, FA Policy D)
  • Privileged Access Management (Delinea Secret Server, EntraID)
  • Public Key Infrastructure Certificate Management (Active Directory Certificate Services, PKI)
As part of your responsibilities, you will contribute to cyber security projects, provide assurance advice, support security assessments, and ensure the delivery of security governance measures in line with industry best practices.

What you'll need to succeed

To excel in this role, you should possess:
  • Extensive experience in Linux security environments (RHEL, RedHat).
  • Strong hands-on expertise in cyber security compliance, vulnerability management, and penetration testing.
  • Advanced knowledge of privileged access management tools and best practices.
  • Experience in Microsoft EntraID Cloud Sync and security configurations.
  • Familiarity with cyber frameworks such as IRAP, ISM, and other GRC methodologies.
  • Proven ability to support multiple teams and liaise across cyber security, project, and operational branches.

What you'll get in return

  • An initial 12-month contract with a federal government agency, working on critical national security initiatives.
  • An opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in cyber security and infrastructure management.
  • Competitive daily rates based on experience, with potential for future opportunities.

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.


LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Contract
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
ACT - Canberra
Specialism
Cyber Security
Pay
Market Rates
Ref:
2938058

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Alana DeLisle, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Canberra
Level 11, 60 Marcus Clarke Street

Telephone: 0732433046

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