About the role At Diraq, we're building scalable quantum computers using silicon quantum dot technology. Operating across Australia and the United States, our teams work at the intersection of advanced research, engineering, export-controlled technology and commercialisation. Protecting source code, research environments, technical data and intellectual property is critical to our success.

We're looking for an IT Security Analyst to help protect the systems, R&D; environments and technology that underpin our quantum computing mission.

This is not a policy-writing or governance-heavy role. It's an opportunity to work alongside engineers, researchers and technology specialists to implement, operate and improve security controls in a highly technical environment.

If you're the type of person who likes digging into logs, hardening systems, improving security controls, responding to incidents and finding practical ways to strengthen security, we'd love to hear from you. About you You'll likely bring:

Experience in IT security, security operations, infrastructure security, systems administration or cyber security

Hands-on experience supporting Linux and/or Windows environments

Exposure to security monitoring, SIEM, logging or alerting platforms

Knowledge of vulnerability management, patching and system hardening

Understanding of identity and access management principles

Strong troubleshooting skills across infrastructure, cloud, networks or endpoints The ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Bonus points if you have experience in:

Deep-tech, semiconductor, defence, aerospace, R&D; or other highly technical environments

Cloud security, DevOps or secure engineering platforms

ISO 27001, NIST,



Essential Eight or similar security frameworks

Protecting sensitive intellectual property or working in regulated environments What you'll be doing You'll be involved in a broad range of security and infrastructure activities, including:

Monitoring and responding to security events and alerts

Improving visibility through logging, monitoring and SIEM platforms

Securing Linux and Windows environments

Supporting vulnerability management, patching and remediation programs

Implementing and improving identity and access management controls

Working with network and infrastructure teams to strengthen security across the workplace

Supporting incident response investigations and follow-up actions

Providing technical evidence and support for audits and assurance activities

Helping embed practical security controls into engineering and operational workflows Why Diraq? This is an opportunity to work with scientists, engineers and technical specialists who are developing quantum computing technology, while helping protect the systems, environments and intellectual property that support that work.

In a small team, you'll see the direct impact of your work and have the opportunity to influence how security controls are implemented across the business.

If you're looking for a hands-on security role where you'll work closely with engineers and researchers while helping protect advanced technology and critical intellectual property, we'd like to hear from you. We have a small range (right now!) of benefits including:

Eligibility to participate in our employee equity program

Paid time off to volunteer for a cause of your choice

Hybrid work environment

Stunning CBD offices close to all transport options

📌 IT Security Analyst (Sydney)
🏢 Diraq
📍 Sydney