Protect businesses. Lead security outcomes. Shape the future of cyber.

At KMTech, we're redefining what excellent managed IT and cyber security looks like.

We partner with businesses across Australia to deliver proactive, enterprise-grade technology solutions that keep our clients secure, resilient and ready for what's next. As our Security practice continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced Senior Security Operative to play a pivotal role in protecting our clients, mentoring our team and driving security excellence.

This isn't just another security operations role. It's an opportunity to influence security strategy, work with leading Microsoft technologies, solve complex technical challenges and make a genuine impact within a business that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

If you're passionate about cyber security and enjoy being the person others turn to for technical expertise, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Security Operative, you'll be one of our senior technical specialists, responsible for strengthening the cyber security posture of a diverse portfolio of clients while helping to evolve our managed security services.

You'll work closely with our Service Desk, Projects and Security Operations teams to deliver proactive security solutions, respond to emerging threats and provide expert guidance to both clients and colleagues.

What You'll Be Doing

Your day-to-day will include:

Managing and continuously improving cyber security platforms across multiple client environments.

Monitoring, investigating and responding to security alerts, incidents and vulnerabilities.

Designing, implementing and optimising security controls using Microsoft security technologies and industry best practice.

Conducting security reviews, compliance assessments and vulnerability management activities.

Identifying security risks and driving remediation strategies to improve client security maturity.

Collaborating with internal technical teams to deliver secure,



reliable and scalable solutions.

Providing mentoring, coaching and technical leadership to junior engineers.

Keeping abreast of emerging threats, technologies and security frameworks to continually enhance our services.

About You

You're a motivated security professional who enjoys solving complex problems, taking ownership and making a meaningful difference for clients.

You communicate confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, enjoy sharing your knowledge and thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Ideally, you'll have experience with:

Microsoft Sentinel

Microsoft 365 Security

Conditional Access

Vulnerability Management

Security monitoring and incident response

Security compliance and governance

Working within a Managed Services Provider (MSP) environment (highly regarded)

Certifications

Essential (or working towards):

Microsoft SC-200

Microsoft AZ-500

Highly regarded:

Microsoft SC-100

Microsoft SC-300

Microsoft SC-400

CISSP

Why Join KMTech?

At KMTech, we invest in our people because we know they're the reason our clients succeed.

Here's what you can expect:

Work with leading Microsoft security technologies across a broad range of environments.

Genuine opportunities for career progression and technical leadership.

Paid certifications and ongoing professional development.

A collaborative, high-performing team that values knowledge sharing and innovation.

Onsite wellness room.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

EOFY celebrations, Christmas parties and regular team events.

Daily fresh fruit, snacks and quality coffee.

Free onsite parking.

Working Arrangement

This Melbourne-based role offers a structured onboarding experience to set you up for success.

Following successful completion of probation, transition to a hybrid arrangement of three days in the office and two days working from home.

Pre-Employment Checks

The successful candidate will be required to complete:

Police Check

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Working with Children Check

These checks will be arranged and funded by KMTech as part of the recruitment process.

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