Cyber Security Engineer

The Opportunity

Are youpassionate about delivering outstanding service and thrive in a dynamic,team-oriented environment? As part of the team, you will help us maximise ourcapability to continue to deliver our vision: Happy, healthy kids!

We have an exciting newopportunity as a member of the ICT team, reporting to the Team Lead,Infrastructure Services where you will play a crucial role in identifying,designing, and maintaining the robust security posture of our systems across onpremise and cloud environments. This is a key role in a high-performing teamwhich is transforming the way that IT supports researchers and createscapabilities to support collaboration and new ways of work.

You will take a customer first approach and work closelywith other members of the team to implement comprehensive network and securitycontrols. This includes reviewing and identifying risk, gap analysis, controlsselection, design and implementation of selected controls.

Joining The Kids as a Cyber SecurityEngineer will include, but not be limited to:

• Promote and champion integrating security into the software development lifecycle automating security testing and vulnerability management in the CI/CD pipeline.
• Help foster a "secure by design" culture by collaborating with technical teams to integrate security best practice into their workflows and solutions.
• Conduct information security incident response processes.
• Run risk assessment and security tests and designing countermeasures to eliminate as many potential risks as possible.
• Providing complex technical Cyber Security advice, recommendations and consultancy on networks, infrastructure, products and services supplied.

Based at our modern office in Nedlands, this position willbe offered on a permanent, full-time basis.

About You

This position would suitsomeone who holds a Bachelor's Degree in Cyber Security, ComputerScience or a related field and hasprevious experience in a similar role.

Additionally, the key to your success will be yourdemonstrated experience in the following:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and mitigate security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Proficiency with Vulnerability scanning tools, which includes Microsoft and AWS technologies (M365 suite, Defender, AWS Security Hub).
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated, work autonomously and as part of a team, with a flexible, positive and collaborative approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including demonstrated interpersonal skills to effectively communicate security-related information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong understanding of security best practices, standards, and regulations, such as ISO 27001, NIST, Australia Privacy Act, and GDPR.

AtThe Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplaceculture that reflects the communities we serve. We actively recruitsupport and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpeople, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diversecommunities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse livedexperiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitmentprocess and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity tothrive.

If you meet many, but not all, of the rolerequirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention anycareer breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion isreflected in how we:

• Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups.
• Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.
• Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.
• Partner with communities to strengthen cultural awareness and belonging.
• Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.
• We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can.

Alongside our inclusive culture, you'llenjoy:

• Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.
• Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.
• Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.
• Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.
• Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance.

How to apply

If thisrole feels like the right fit and an exciting new opportunity for you, pleaseclick on 'Apply Now' to visit our Career Site, view the Job Description,and submit your application.

Pleaseinclude a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that specifically addresses theskills and experience outlined in the "About You" section.

Applicationswill only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencingtechnical difficulties or require reasonable accommodations in completing yourapplication, please contact [email protected].