Cyber Security Engineer - 12 Month Contract
Location: Adelaide, SA
Clearance: NV2 Security Clearance Required
Work Type: Full-time, On-site

A high-profile Defence program is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to join their integrated workforce. This is a strategically vital role, delivering cybersecurity capability across complex systems in collaboration with Defence, industry, and international stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive cyber security risk assessments for critical space domain systems.

Provide expert technical and procedural security advice across Defence ICT environments.

Analyse threat landscapes and develop tailored mitigation strategies.

Review and advise on hardware/software security features and assess vendor capabilities.

Lead and support security certification and accreditation activities.

Interpret security policy and contribute to Defence-aligned standards and frameworks.

Review system designs to identify and address security vulnerabilities.

Collaborate with technical teams, senior leadership, and external certification bodies.

Stay current with emerging cyber threats and lead continuous capability development.

Support program planning and delivery of secure ICT solutions.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience in cyber security engineering and risk assessment.

Knowledge of Defence security standards, policies, and certification frameworks.

Strong understanding of secure system design principles and ICT architecture.

Proven ability to engage stakeholders and communicate technical concepts clearly.

Current NV2 security clearance is essential.

Desirable:

Experience with satellite communications.

Relevant qualifications in computer science, IT, or cyber security.

Industry certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA, etc.).

Familiarity with international cyber frameworks and Defence collaboration.

All applications should include your resume as a word document. For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact James Griffiths on 03 9982 0314 #LI-JG