Security Engineer
DTEX Systems
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Australia
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About the role
- Assist with the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure infrastructure across cloud and on-premises environments.
- Support vulnerability management programs for both corporate and production assets, working collaboratively with other security engineers.
- Respond to security events and alerts raised by the MDR provider, ensuring timely investigation and resolution.
- Lead incident response activities for assigned cases, managing the lifecycle from initial detection through containment and recovery.
- Support detection engineering initiatives by assisting with the implementation and maintenance of detection and response rules for cloud, endpoint, and network environments.
- Participate in threat hunting and attack surface management activities as directed by senior team members.
- Collaborate to operate and optimise EDR (Endpoint Detection & Response) solutions under guidance, contributing to ongoing improvements.
- Serve as the point technical person for Essential 8 controls, driving implementation and continuous monitoring across relevant environments.
- Lead IRAP assessments from a technical perspective and ensure compliance with the Australian Government ISM, liaising with Engineering teams.
- Coordinate evidence collection, automation, and reporting for compliance activities.
- Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to maintain certifications and regulatory requirements.
- Communicate clearly across engineering, compliance, and leadership teams.
- Participate in virtual events, training, and knowledge sharing to stay ahead of evolving threats and best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience.
- 3–7 years of experience in security engineering, cyber defense, or SRE roles.
- Experience with Essential 8 controls and IRAP/ISM compliance frameworks.
- Strong understanding of detection engineering, incident response, and threat hunting methodologies.
- Experience with EDR, vulnerability management, and privileged access management in cloud and hybrid environments.
- Proficiency with automation and scripting (Python, Bash, Terraform, Pulumi).
- Ability to communicate clearly across technical and non-technical teams.
- Experience working in fast-moving, high-autonomy environments.
- Must be based in Australia; Australian citizenship required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Equity participation
- Health and wellness benefits
- Generous time-off policies
- Flexibility – Hybrid or remote work options
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
security engineeringcyber defenseSREdetection engineeringincident responsethreat huntingvulnerability managementprivileged access managementautomationscripting
Soft skills
communicationcollaborationleadershipproblem-solvingadaptability
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Information SecurityEssential 8 controlsIRAP complianceISM compliance