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Cyber Security Engineer EL1
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Security
- Location
- Australian Capital Territory
- Type
- Full-time
About the role
04th November, 2026
Cyber Security Engineer – Canberra (Onsite)
We’re seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer for a federal agency to play a critical role in defending a large, globally distributed ICT environment against evolving cyber threats. This hands‑on role sits within a mature Cyber Operations function and focuses on security monitoring, automation, incident response, and continuous improvement of SOC capabilities.
You’ll work across SIEM platforms, cloud and hybrid environments, and security automation tooling to uplift operational resilience, develop playbooks and workflows, and support threat hunting and response activities.
Key requirements:
- 3+ years’ experience as a Cyber Security Engineer
- Strong experience integrating SIEM platforms with enterprise systems
- Proven log ingestion experience across Azure and AWS
- Hands‑on experience building and testing security automation playbooks
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Active NV1 security clearance (mandatory)
Clearance: NV1 required prior to commencement
Contract: Initial contract with potential extensions
This is an excellent opportunity for a security engineer who enjoys operational depth, automation, and working in a highly mission‑critical environment.
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