Are you an experienced Cyber Security Engineer with strong expertise in network and edge security platforms?
We are seeking a highly skilled professional to join our client AGLsupporting critical customer-facing digital services and security infrastructure.
This is a six months contract opportunity in Melbourne CBD in a hybrid working environment.
This is an exciting contract opportunity for a cyber security specialist who has hands‐on experience with Akamai and enterprise security technologies and enjoys working across complex environments to enhance security posture, resilience, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Administer, maintain and optimise enterprise web application and edge security platforms.
Implement security platform changes in alignment with enterprise change management, peer review and release governance processes.
Develop and support automation initiatives using APIs, Terraform and other approved tools to improve operational efficiency and reduce configuration risks.
Monitor, investigate and respond to security incidents escalated from service desk and security operations teams.
Assess, communicate, mitigate and track platform‐related security risks and incidents.
Collaborate closely with cyber security, infrastructure, network, architecture and operational teams to deliver secure and resilient services.
Support critical customer‐facing platforms operating in a 24x7 workplace.
Participate in major incident management and on‐call support activities as required.
Provide technical guidance and recommendations to ensure security platforms meet regulatory, compliance and industry security requirements.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across security engineering, operations and platform management.




Skills & Experience Essential
Strong hands‐on experience with Akamai security solutions, including:
Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Edge DNS
Bot Management
API Security
Traffic Management
DDoS Protection
Akamai Certified Security Administrator or equivalent certification, with proven experience administering enterprise security and WAF platforms.
Experience with alternative edge security technologies such as Cloudflare, Imperva, or similar enterprise platforms.
Demonstrated experience within cyber security engineering, security operations, or platform administration roles in large and complex environments.
Strong understanding of:
Network Security
Identity & Access Management (IAM)
Endpoint Security
Threat Detection & Monitoring
Encryption Technologies
Vulnerability Management
Security Operations Practices
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across technical and business teams.
Experience supporting mission‐critical, highly available digital services.
Desirable
Experience working in regulated or critical infrastructure environments.
Knowledge of security frameworks and standards including:
Essential Eight
NIST Cyber Security Framework
SOCI obligations
Australian security and risk management practices
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and security automation.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
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📌 Senior Cyber Security Engineer - Network - Akamai (Melbourne)
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📍 Melbourne