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Security Engineer

DXC Technology · Melbourne, Victoria

Type
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago

Overview

Your incident response experience from policing supports managing high-priority security incidents.

About this role

Job Description

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner delivering software, services, and solutions to global enterprises and public sector organisations — helping them harness AI to drive outcomes at a time of exponential change with speed. With deep expertise in Managed Infrastructure Services, Application Modernisation, and Industry-Specific Software Solutions, DXC modernises, secures, and operates some of the world’s most complex technology estates. Learn more on dxc.com

What You Will Be Doing

DXC Managed Cyber Services (MCS) is the specialist, Digital Security division within DXC Technology. Our team provides a broad portfolio of security services offering end-to-end operational management of market-leading technologies and security services for local and multinational clients.

As part of our continued focus on the Australia and New Zealand market, we are enhancing the Security Engineering Team who work within the Secured Infrastructure capacity to deliver security services at the highest standard for our customers.

Only candidates able to gain or currently holding a current National Police Clearance and Australian Federal Government Security Clearance at NV1 will be considered for this role. Australian Citizenship is mandatory.

Who You Will Be Working With

DXC Security is one of the few companies in Australia & New Zealand that can provide end-to-end security solutions—from expert advisory services to fully managed security operations, enabling the delivery of complete remediation plans and security improvement programs.

Responsibilities

  • To facilitate the onboarding, management, and troubleshooting of the cybersecurity services
  • Assist in high-priority incidents including both infrastructure and security-related
  • Ensure security services—including policies, configuration, and compliance—meet or exceed industry best practices
  • Fulfill daily operational tasks to ensure all managed services meet Service Level Agreements (SLAs), actively identifying opportunities to automate repetitive administrative tasks
  • Implement and execute tasks to fulfill the project requirements
  • Keep up-to-date with a variety of security technologies, trends, and emerging AI-driven security tools
  • Liaise with vendors and their technical support/engineering team to provide advanced-level support

The Skills You Will Bring

  • At least 3 years’ experience working in IT/OT security operations for medium and/or large enterprises
  • Experience and good knowledge in implementation and/or managing and troubleshooting the following vendors’ technologies
  • NGFW – Fortinet
  • SASE/SSE - NetSkope
  • Experience working in cloud environment including Amazon Web Services/Microsoft Azure
  • Experience in high-priority incident response
  • Holder of relevant industry/vendor certifications such as Fortinet NSE and/or NetSkope Accreditation
  • Understanding of the OSI Layer model from TCP/IP to application level and having the ability to troubleshoot & run analysis
  • Strong team player with a can-do attitude who works well collaboratively

Highly Desirable (But Not Essential)

  • Automation & Scripting: Proficiency with high-level programming or scripting languages (such as Python or PowerShell)
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Knowledge of deploying and managing network security controls using IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
  • API Integration: Experience utilizing RESTful APIs to automate firewall rule provisioning, policy management, and reporting
  • Artificial Intelligence: Familiarity with leveraging AI technologies (e.g., AI-assisted scripting tools, automated threat intelligence, or AI-driven SIEM analytics) to enhance operational efficiency

Our Culture And Benefits

DXC is committed to building better futures for our customers, colleagues, environment, and communities. We take care of each other and foster a culture of inclusion, belonging and corporate citizenship. We put this to action developing and implementing societal initiatives within our Social Impact Practice. #WeAreDXC

As an employer of choice, our “people first” philosophy means we offer competitive remuneration, benefits, training, and career opportunities that reflect our commitment to improving the lives of our employees, and the communities in which we live and work.

How to apply & our commitment to you in return

If you would like to be part of a culture that drives innovation, delivers results, rewards performance and encourages ideas, then please press the "Apply Now" button to submit your resume.

In return, we agree to ensure a hiring process that is enjoyable, thorough, and fair. We strive to provide an environment that lets you thrive and show off the very best version of yourself, while learning about us at the same time.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

DXC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome submissions from people from all walks of life. We celebrate our diversity and recognise it is the unique contributions of our people that give us our edge. We stand by the ‘bring your whole-self to work’ philosophy. It is our inclusive culture that powers our results, and our company grows only if our people grow.

Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy. In addition, DXC Technology is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to support qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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Why this fits a police background

  • Police experience explicitly valued
  • Financial crime & fraud
  • Intelligence & OSINT
  • Incident command & response
  • Working to legislation & regulation

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