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With us you'll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians.
Plus, there's equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements.
A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for an Application Security Solution Architect reporting to Senior Manager Security Architecture
A bit about your role
This role is responsible for delivering secure application solution architecture, working closely with business stakeholders, delivery teams and technology partners to align security requirements with business objectives and technology roadmaps.
You will define secure application designs, assess APIs and identity and access controls, and apply threat modelling to modern application architectures and cloud applications.
You will embed security into the software development lifecycle and DevSecOps practices, address software vulnerabilities, and guide the protection of application data, secrets and software supply chains.
The role combines strategic thinking and practical problem-solving to evaluate emerging technologies, including AI-enabled applications, manage architectural risks, and support scalable, sustainable solutions through effective collaboration and security governance.
A bit about you
The ideal candidate will have experience in application security architecture or a related field, with the ability to translate business needs into practical, secure application designs and deliver complex outcomes within established frameworks.
You will bring sound judgement, strong stakeholder collaboration and the ability to communicate security risks and design decisions clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
The knowledge areas below reflect the relative importance of the skills required for this role.
A relevant diploma, degree, or equivalent skilled experience, along with certifications, licences, or specialist training where applicable, will be highly regarded.
Critical knowledge areas




Strong practical knowledge of secure application architecture
API security
identity and access management (IAM), authentication and authorisation
threat modelling
modern application architecture
secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevSecOps
cloud application security
OWASP guidance and software vulnerabilities
High-importance knowledge areas
Applied knowledge of data security
secrets management, cryptography and public key infrastructure (PKI)
Kubernetes and container security
software supply-chain security
High / emerging knowledge area
AI application security, with the ability to assess security risks and apply appropriate controls to AI-enabled applications
Medium-importance supporting knowledge areas
Working knowledge of penetration testing, network security, and security operations practices and incident response, sufficient to collaborate with specialists and incorporate relevant findings into application designs.
Life at nbn
To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger.
There's so much more from here.
Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day.
Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia's best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere.
We're continuing to create Australia's network—a network made for more.
Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.
A more inclusive working world nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected.




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That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer, and have active employee-led diversity pillars.
Benefits
Reconciliation Action Plan
Accessibility & Inclusion Plan
18 weeks of paid parental leave
Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer
active employee-led diversity pillars
WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women
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Worker Type Permanent Time Type Full time nbn is the team behind the design, build and operation of the nbnTM network - one of Australia's largest technology infrastructure projects, which will help better connect Australians with each other and the rest of the world, no matter where you live.
But the nbnTM network is so much more than access to fast internet.
A state of the art communications network opens up a world of possibilities in areas such as education, business, innovation, healthcare, flexibility, and entertainment.
It will help ensure our digital future, and give Australians benefits we can all enjoy, for decades to come.
Please note that this role is a permanent opportunity and applications will close at midnight on Thursday, 26th November.
To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.
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📌 Application Security Solution Architect (Melbourne)
🏢 nbn™ Australia
📍 Melbourne