Join Vertical Scope Group’s (VSG) Qualified Services Division in Canberra as we are seeking a driven, highly skilled and experienced TSPV-cleared Cryptography Security Engineer to join our award-winning team in supporting critical Defence and National Intelligence Community programs.

About the role:

- Demonstrated experience implementing and supporting cryptographic solutions within complex enterprise, government or classified ICT environments.
- Experience with Key Management Systems (KMS), Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and encryption technologies.
- Experience supporting cryptographic key lifecycle processes, including generation, storage, rotation, archival, recovery and destruction.
- Experience with PKI operations, certificate lifecycle management and secure communications technologies.
- Experience integrating cryptographic services with enterprise platforms, applications and infrastructure services.
- Understanding of encryption technologies used to protect data at rest and in transit.
- Experience supporting security assessments, risk management, security hardening and vulnerability remediation activities.
- Familiarity with Australian Government security frameworks and requirements, including the ISM and PSPF.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary technical teams.




- Ability to develop and maintain technical documentation, security artefacts, operational procedures and implementation guidance.
- Demonstrated ability to operate at SFIA Level 4 or equivalent.

The role is Canberra-based and primarily onsite, with occasional work-from-home arrangements considered. Applicants must hold a current AGSVA TSPV security clearance.

About Us:

As a 100% Australian owned and operated consultancy with a DISP Level 3 membership, we’ve built a reputation as a trusted, expert, and reputable partner delivering impactful ICT and Cyber solutions to the nation’s most important programs.

Multi-award winners including:

- RCSA 'Excellence in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging'
- RCSA ‘Excellence in Client Services’
- Prime Minister’s Veteran Employment Awards
- RCSA ‘Excellence in Social Purpose’

What We Offer Our People:

- Flexible work options (when available)
- Birthday leave & generous Defence leave
- Paid industry events & annual conference
- Upskilling with RTO partners + budget for certifications
- Additional super contributions
- Fortnightly payroll
- Access to diverse, secure, and exciting programs

Vertical Scope Group values diversity and encourages applications from veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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📌 Security Engineer (Canberra)
🏢 Vertical Scope Group
📍 Canberra