Senior Network Security Engineer

Location: Canberra
Discipline: Defence
Job type: Full Time
Salary: $$150 - $165 per hour
Contact name: Lauren Eymes

Contact email: laurene@thenetworkit.com
Job ref: BH-9588
Published: 8 days ago
Startdate: 2024-10-07
Senior Network Security Engineer
Location: Canberra or Sydney
Clearance: NV2
Contract Duration: 12 months + extension

Bennefits:

Be part of a crucial mission supporting the Australian Defence Force, in a role that fosters professional growth and contributes to national security.
You’ll work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and excellence.

Job Description:

This program within Defence is seeking a skilled Senior Network Security Engineer to join the SEA2273 Sub-Program within the Warfighting Networks and Applications Support Organisation (WSO), ICT Delivery Division, Defence Digital Group. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the security and integrity of network infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Facilitate the design, build, development, and transition of Cyber solutions aligned with best practices and relevant governance and security frameworks.
  • Lead design and build activities for firewalls, including automation and integration with established network designs using BGP and OSPF.
  • Oversee design and build activities associated with Network Access Control (NAC).
  • Integrate firewall and network security tools with monitoring toolsets, including SIEM.
  • Proactively maintain and upgrade Cyber tools and technologies.
  • Provide operational support to project teams for respective technologies.
  • Author, review, and maintain documentation such as Solution Designs, Standard Operating Procedures, and As-Built-As-Configured artefacts.
  • Collaborate with vendor/supplier specialists to optimize designs and achieve expected outcomes.
  • Support Validation and Verification (V&V) activities.
  • Identify and assess technical risks; collaborate with project stakeholders to provide mitigation options and inform project decisions.
Required Skills and Experience:
  • Proven experience working in Defence as a Senior Network Security Engineer.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of cyber-security controls aligned with zero-trust architecture principles.
  • Experience in the following Cyber areas:
    • Network Security (Firewalls, NAC)
    • Security Monitoring
    • Network Automation
    • Logging and Auditing
  • Proficiency in developing, building, and operating technical solutions using Fortinet, Ansible, and Cisco products.
  • Strong knowledge of Nutanix, VMware, and hypervisor technologies.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Desirable Skills and Experience:
  • Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, and PowerShell.
  • Experience with Australian Defence Force deployed environments and their unique networking and security constraints.
  • Knowledge of the following frameworks and standards:
    • Australian Information Security Manual (ISM)
    • US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
  • Understanding of SEA2273 Minerva systems.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their resume addressing their required skills and experience.