Position: Senior Systems Engineer / Senior Security Engineer

Location: Canberra

Employment Type: Contract

Security Clearance: NV2

We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer / Security Engineer to support the design, implementation, accreditation, and ongoing management of secure enterprise and mission-critical environments. This role focuses on Data-Centric Security, Zero Trust architectures, and the integration of secure systems across complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

You will work closely with technical teams, national and international stakeholders, and security specialists to deliver secure, accredited, and operationally effective solutions. The position requires a solid understanding of systems engineering, cyber security, network architectures, and secure testing environments.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the design and implementation of secure systems aligned with modern Data-Centric Security and Zero Trust principles.
- Provide engineering expertise across Windows server environments, networking, cyber security, and systems architecture domains.
- Support the development and maintenance of secure, interoperable environments aligned with industry and coalition security frameworks.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate engineering activities, gather requirements, manage requests, and ensure delivery outcomes are achieved.
- Identify, assess, and manage technical risks, issues, and capability gaps throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate and oversee testing, validation,



and integration activities across multiple teams and services.
- Develop, maintain, and publish testing and development schedules to ensure efficient utilisation of shared environments and resources.
- Ensure systems maintain compliance with security accreditation requirements and associated governance processes.
- Maintain accurate technical documentation, security artefacts, and accreditation evidence.
- Provide guidance to teams on system sanitisation, security controls, and compliance requirements following testing activities.
- Deliver specialist technical advice and support to stakeholders across multiple locations and time zones.

Essential Skills & Experience

- Extensive experience as a Systems Engineer, Security Engineer, or similar senior technical role.
- Strong understanding of Data-Centric Security concepts and Zero Trust Architecture frameworks.
- Experience with:
- Windows Server (Wintel) environments
- Enterprise networking technologies
- Cyber security controls and governance
- System architecture and integration
- Security accreditation and compliance processes

- Demonstrated ability to work with complex stakeholder groups and manage competing priorities.
- Experience coordinating testing, validation,



and operational readiness activities.

Desirable Experience

- Experience working within defence, government, national security, or other highly regulated environments.
- Knowledge of coalition, federated, or multi-domain network architectures.
- Familiarity with secure interoperability frameworks and mission partner environments.
- Experience supporting internationally distributed teams and stakeholders
- How To Apply: If you understand and meet the above requirements please click APPLY or please contact sandy- [email protected] or call (phone hidden) for further information.

About Green Light Worldwide

We are an Australian onshore services company that provides technology capability across ANZ and Asia. Our services range from day-to-day operational activities, through project delivery, to more strategic and transformational programs.

At Green Light, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities and are dedicated to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any accommodations during the process, please contact [email protected] or call +61 9247 3799.

📌 Senior Systems Engineer (Canberra)
🏢 Green Light PS
📍 Canberra