Senior Security Engineer
- Sydney
- Australia
- Permanent
- $160,000–$180,000 per annum
- Date posted: 9 Nov 2026
Role Summary
Senior Security Engineer Location: Sydney Hybrid Salary: Up to 180,000 Super The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Security Engineer to join a growing information security function within a nationally…
Senior Security Engineer Location: Sydney Hybrid Salary: Up to 180,000 Super
The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Security Engineer to join a growing information security function within a nationally recognised organisation.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of key security engineering initiatives, strengthening the organisation's cloud security posture through the implementation of modern security technologies, cloud-native controls and enterprise security solutions.
Working across Azure and AWS environments, you will play a hands-on role in designing, implementing and maintaining security controls while partnering with infrastructure, application and security operations teams to drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities
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- Design, implement and manage security controls across Azure and AWS environments.
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- Implement and maintain security technologies including XDR, Zero Trust, vulnerability management and CSPM platforms.
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- Strengthen cloud security through IAM, network security, logging, monitoring and infrastructure hardening.
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- Ensure security configurations align with industry frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST, CIS and Essential Eight.
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- Conduct security configuration reviews and support penetration testing and remediation activities.
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- Work closely with infrastructure and application teams to embed security best practices.
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- Support incident response, vulnerability management and security operations.
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- Identify opportunities to improve security automation, tooling and overall control effectiveness.
About You You will be an experienced Security Engineer with a strong background in cloud security and enterprise security engineering. You will bring a hands-on approach to implementing security solutions and improving security controls across complex environments.
Ideally, you will have:
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- Significant hands-on experience with Azure and AWS security.
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- Proven experience implementing and managing enterprise security tools and platforms.
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- Strong knowledge of IAM, cloud-native security controls and infrastructure hardening.
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- Understanding of security frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST, CIS and Essential Eight.
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- Experience with endpoint, network and identity security solutions.
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- Strong troubleshooting and technical problem-solving capabilities.
Desirable Experience:
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- Certifications such as CISSP, AWS Security Specialty or Azure Security Engineer Associate.
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- Scripting and automation experience using PowerShell, Python or Terraform.
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- Exposure to container security, CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps.
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- Experience supporting technical audits and regulatory compliance requirements.
What's On Offer?
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- Salary up to 180,000 Super.
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- Hybrid working arrangements in Sydney.
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- Additional five days of personal leave per financial year.
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- 500 annual wellbeing allowance.
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- Additional paid parental leave.
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- Subsidised professional development and further education.
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- LinkedIn Learning subscription.
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- Supportive environment with genuine opportunities for professional growth.
Apply Now If you're a Senior Security Engineer looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on cloud security and enterprise-wide security initiatives, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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