We're partnering with a forward-thinking organisation seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to play a critical role in strengthening cyber resilience across infrastructure, cloud, and application environments.
The Role
As the Cyber Security Engineer you will design, implement, and maintain technical security controls that protect organisational systems, networks, and data. You'll work across both operational and project environments, providing expert risk-based advice and helping embed security into day-to-day business operations.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing hands-on technical work with stakeholder engagement and continuous security improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Deploy, configure, and manage security technologies across infrastructure and cloud environments
Monitor and respond to cyber security incidents and threats
Conduct vulnerability assessments and support remediation activities
Manage and optimise tools including SIEM, MDR, Tenable, UpGuard, and endpoint security platforms
Support security audits, risk assessments, and compliance activities
Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, operations, and project teams to strengthen security posture
Provide technical security advice and contribute to enterprise cyber risk management
Assist in improving cyber maturity across the organisation




Support threat detection, monitoring, and incident response activities
Contribute to security awareness and continuous improvement initiatives
About You
You are a proactive and technically capable Cyber Security professional with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate security requirements into practical outcomes.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or 5–10 years' experience within cyber security, SOC, or technical security environments
Robust hands‐on experience with security tools such as UpGuard, Tenable, SIEM platforms, and MDR services
Solid networking and infrastructure security experience including firewalls, routers, switches, and monitoring tools
Demonstrated incident response and cyber risk assessment expertise
Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and documentation skills
Experience working with security frameworks including NIST, ISO***********, CIS Controls, and Essential Eight
Scripting or automation experience using Python and/or PowerShell
Highly Regarded
Threat hunting and advanced detection experience
Industry certifications including CISSP, CEH, CompTIA SecurityX, or OSCP
Experience supporting security awareness programs
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📌 Cyber Security Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Norwest Recruitment
📍 Melbourne