Cyber Security Engineer

About this role

Level 2 Cyber Security Engineer

Permanent | South of the River, Perth

We’re looking for a Level 2 Cyber Security Engineer to join our team on a permanent basis, working South of the River in Perth.

This is a hands-on role covering a combination of BAU security operations, application support, SIEM and Microsoft security technologies, as well as contributing to cyber security projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

The Role

You’ll be part of a collaborative cyber security team responsible for supporting and improving the organisation’s security environment. The role will suit someone who enjoys variety and wants to work across both day-to-day operational security and project delivery.

You’ll be responsible for

• Providing Level 2 cyber security and application support.
• Monitoring, investigating and responding to security alerts and events.
• Working with the SIEM, including alert triage, investigation, tuning and ongoing optimisation.
• Supporting and administering Microsoft security technologies, including Microsoft Sentinel, Defender and Entra ID.
• Troubleshooting security-related application and technology issues.
• Onboarding applications, systems and data sources into the SIEM.
• Developing and improving security monitoring, detection rules and dashboards.
• Supporting incident response and security investigations.
• Working with infrastructure, cloud, applications and other technology teams to resolve security issues.
• Contributing to cyber security projects, implementations, upgrades and technology improvements.
• Supporting vulnerability remediation, security hardening and continuous improvement.
• Maintaining technical documentation, procedures and operational processes.

About You

We’re looking for someone with a solid foundation in cyber security who is comfortable working across both BAU and project-based activities.

You’ll ideally have experience with

• SIEM platforms, particularly Microsoft Sentinel.
• Microsoft Defender security technologies.
• Microsoft Azure and Entra ID.
• Security monitoring, alert investigation and incident response.
• Application and technical support within an enterprise environment.
• Log analysis and KQL.
• Security event investigation and threat detection.
• PowerShell or other scripting/automation technologies.
• ITIL-based incident, problem and change management processes.
• Delivering or supporting cyber security projects.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in a Level 2 Cyber Security, Security Operations or Security Engineering role.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• A practical, hands-on approach to cyber security.
• The ability to manage BAU priorities while contributing to projects.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A proactive mindset and willingness to continuously improve security capabilities.
• Relevant cyber security qualifications or certifications are desirable.

What's on Offer

• Permanent position
• South of the River, Perth location
• Opportunity to work across SIEM, Microsoft security and application support
• A genuine mix of BAU and project work
• Exposure to a broad range of cyber security technologies and initiatives
• Opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to the organisation’s cyber security maturity

If you’re a Level 2 Cyber Security Engineer looking for a permanent opportunity where you can combine operational support with project delivery, this could be a great next step.

Apply now to find out more.

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