Job Description
8d ago , from Illawarra Mercury Job Board
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Austroads is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to play a key role in strengthening Austroads security posture by implementing cloud-native and third-party security solutions, supporting operational teams, and ensuring that technical controls are effective, scalable, and aligned with business and compliance requirements.
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Responsibilities
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This role is responsible for the following:
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Cloud Security Engineering
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Designing, implementing, and managing security controls in Azure and AWS environments, such as IAM, network security, logging, and monitoring.
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Ensuring cloud configurations align with best practices and compliance frameworks (e.g. CIS, Essential Eight, ISO *****).
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Supporting application and infrastructure teams with secure architecture and deployment guidance.
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Security Controls Implementation and Support
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Deploying and maintaining technical security tools such as XDR, Zero Trust, vulnerability scanners, and cloud security posture management (CSPM) platforms.
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Implementing and maintaining endpoint, network, and identity security controls across the organisation.
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Integrating security tools and controls with existing infrastructure and ensure effective alerting, logging, and reporting.
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Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to security tooling and configurations.
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Conducting configuration reviews and hardening of systems, applications, and cloud services.
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Supporting technical assurance activities including penetration testing and remediation tracking.
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Operational Support
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Collaborating with security operations,



risk and compliance teams to support incident response, forensic investigations, risk assessments, and compliance initiatives.
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Provide technical expertise and backfill support during peak operational periods or resource gaps.
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Identifying opportunities to enhance security tooling, automation, and control effectiveness.
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Staying current with emerging threats, technologies, and best practices in cloud and enterprise security.
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Supporting the automation of security processes.
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Supporting the Information Security Team
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Collaborating with technology and business teams to achieve information security outcomes.
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Contributing to continuous improvement, identifying ways to enhance value for our members and the public
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Maintaining Quality Systems processes and procedures associated with the function
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Other duties as directed
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The full position description can be found at
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About You
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The successful candidate will demonstrate:
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Significant experience in cybersecurity engineering, with strong hands‐on experience in Azure and AWS.
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Proven experience implementing and managing security tools and platforms.
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Strong understanding of cloud-native security controls, identity and access management, and infrastructure hardening.
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Familiarity with security frameworks such as ISO *****, NIST, CIS and ACSC Essential Eight.
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Certifications such as CISSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, or equivalent.
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Experience with scripting or automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Terraform).
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Exposure to container security, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices.
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Exposure to regulatory compliance requirements and technical audit support.
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Employee Benefits
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Austroads has been recognised as a ******-Star Employer of Choice by HRD Magazine and one of The Australian's Best Places to Work ****.
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Working with us means access to:
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Flexible working arrangements and hybrid work (home + office)
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Extra 5 days personal leave per financial year
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$500 wellbeing allowance annually
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Additional paid parental leave
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EAP access for employees and immediate family
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Subsidised further education and development opportunities
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LinkedIn Learning subscription for ongoing qualified growth
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About Austroads
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Austroads is the collective of Australian and New Zealand transport agencies. We provide practical, impartial advice, tools, and services to support safe, reliable, and efficient mobility outcomes. We are a national organisation with staff located in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and across Australia and New Zealand, including teams from NEVDIS and TCA.
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We embrace diversity of identity, thought, and experience, and strive for a genuinely inclusive workplace.
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The successful candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check.
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📌 Senior Security Engineer (New South Wales)
🏢 Austroads
📍 New South Wales