Cyber Engineer

Macquarie University

North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia
$159,645 py (inclusive of super) + annual leave lo...
Hybrid
Firewalls, ids/ips, siem, edr
Network security architecture
Security monitoring tools
Engineer the security foundations that protect a leading university and shape cyber resilience for the future

Job Summary

  • Engineer the security foundations that protect a leading university and shape cyber resilience for the future.
  • Design, implement, and maintain the security controls that protect the University's systems, networks, applications, and data from cyber threats.
  • Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives.

Matching Summary

Engineer the security foundations that protect a leading university and shape cyber resilience for the future.

Salary

$159,645 per annum (Inclusive of superannuation) plus annual leave loading

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, EDR
  • Network security architecture
  • Security monitoring tools
  • Vulnerability management tools
  • Security automation scripting
  • Penetration testing tools
  • Cloud security principles

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative mindset
  • Proactive problem-solving
  • Continuous improvement commitment
  • Bold, progressive thinking

Key Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification or certificate in IT or relevant discipline, and/or equivalent professional experience
  • Demonstrated experience in programming and scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash, or JavaScript)
  • Experience with penetration testing and auditing tools
  • Knowledge of IT governance, risk management, and security compliance practices
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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