Cyber Security Specialist (NV1 Clearance)

🔥 HOT JOB ALERT – Cyber Security Specialist 🔐

📍 Homebush, Sydney | Hybrid Working

💰 $135,000 base + super

📄 Permanent, Full-Time

MANDATORY SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Australian Citizenship is essential.
• Current NV1 Defence Security Clearance is a MUST.
• Candidates without an active NV1 clearance cannot be considered.

Our client is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Specialist to strengthen the security posture of Defence and mission-critical technology environments.

This is a hands-on role combining cyber security governance, risk and compliance with security operations across hybrid cloud and on-premises infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement and manage security controls across cloud and on-premises environments.
• Develop and maintain cyber security policies, standards and governance frameworks.
• Conduct cyber risk assessments, security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Monitor, investigate and respond to security incidents and emerging threats.
• Manage identity and access controls, including Azure AD, MFA and role-based access.
• Support SIEM platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel and Splunk.
• Assist with Defence security accreditation, authorisation and compliance documentation.
• Work closely with ICT, infrastructure and operational teams to embed security best practices.

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in cyber security, governance, risk and compliance or security operations.
• Strong knowledge of cyber security frameworks, risk management and policy development.
• Experience with vulnerability management, incident response and security audits.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Azure security services and hybrid infrastructure.
• Familiarity with DSPF, ISM, NIST and ISO 27001.
• Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk or similar SIEM platforms.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA or ISO 27001 are highly regarded.
• Defence, Government or other highly regulated industry experience is advantageous.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Contribute directly to Australian Defence and national security outcomes.
• Work with mission-critical technology and secure environments.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Professional development and certification support.
• Employee benefits including wellness subsidies, parental leave and Fitness Passport.

📩 Interested?

Apply now or contact me for a confidential discussion.

📩 Interested?

📩 Apply via LinkedIn or send your CV to c.thum@cipherrecruit.com.au or contact Charmaine Thum on 0439 320 538 for a confidential discussion.

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