Company

IT Consulting business working with Federal Government

Requirements

• Must hold an active Australian Security Clearance (Baseline or higher)
• Lead the end-to-end process of transitioning security tools from external service providers to in-house management.
• Develop detailed transition plans, ensuring minimal disruption to security operations and business processes.
• Collaborate with service providers to transfer knowledge, documentation, and tool configurations during the transition phase.
• Conduct thorough assessments to validate that all security tools are fully functional post-transition and are aligned with organisational security standards.
• Deep understanding of IT tool architecture, configuration management, and performance optimisation.
• Hands-on experience with scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash) for tool integration and customisation.
• Familiarity with APIs, web services, and automation platforms for integrating various enterprise tools.
• Solid understanding of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), and monitoring/alerting systems.

Interested? HIT APPLY NOW or email your CV to josh.dmonte@talentinternational.com

• 3 Month Contract – Newly Created Government Agency
• Melbourne CBD – Hybrid working from home
• Design Security Architecture in a highly regulated energy environment

We are seeking an experienced Security Architect to support and shape cyber security architecture within a highly regulated energy environment. This role will play a critical part in ensuring secure, compliant, and resilient infrastructure across both IT and OT environments for an energy retailer.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and maintain cyber security architecture across enterprise IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments
• Ensure security controls align with energy sector regulatory and compliance requirements
• Provide architectural guidance for security infrastructure, networks, and platforms
• Support risk assessments, threat modelling, and security uplift initiatives
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and compliance teams to embed security-by-design
• Produce clear architecture documentation and standards suitable for regulated environments

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Security Architect within the energy or utilities sector
• Strong background in cyber security infrastructure and enterprise security architecture
• Hands-on experience with OT security and IT/OT convergence
• Experience working within a heavily regulated environment
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, regulatory obligations, and audit readiness
• Experience supporting or working within an energy retailer environment is highly desirable

What’s in it for you

• 3 Month Contract
• Newly Created Government Agency
• Melbourne CBD – Hybrid working from home

Please apply today to secure an interview or contact Sarah Jordan on sarah.jordan@talentinternational.com

• Contract Until End of June – Newly Created Government Agency
• Melbourne CBD – Hybrid working from home
• Enhance Identity and Access Management Platforms

We are seeking an experienced Identity Engineer to support and enhance enterprise identity and access management platforms. This role will work across cloud identity, security controls, and identity governance, contributing to both operational excellence and platform evolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support Okta including SSO, MFA, Risk Engine, identity governance workflows, and IaC-driven environment migrations
• Manage and secure Azure O365 / Entra ID environments including MFA, Conditional Access, SCIM integrations, APIM, and Intune MAM
• Support identity integrations using OIDC, OAuth2, SAML, ADFS, and Active Directory
• Implement and maintain identity security best practices across cloud platforms
• Manage certificate lifecycle including creation, renewal, and troubleshooting using OpenSSL

Skills & Experience

• Strong experience working as an IDAM Engineer
• Strong hands-on experience with Okta Cloud Administration
• Azure security experience (AZ-500 or equivalent highly desirable)
• Deep understanding of Entra ID, MFA, Conditional Access, SCIM, and identity federation
• Solid knowledge of modern authentication protocols (OIDC, OAuth2, SAML)
• Experience with certificate management and OpenSSL

What’s in it for you

• Contract Until End of June
• Newly Created Government Agency
• Melbourne CBD – Hybrid working from home

Please apply today to secure an interview or contact Sarah Jordan on sarah.jordan@talentinternational.com

Avec Global, one of Australia’s fastest-growing consultancies, is building the “A-Team” in partnership with Defence research and science division. This elite group of consultants will work shoulder-to-shoulder with Defence science researchers to deliver mission-critical innovation, science and technology projects.

We’re seeking multiple IT Security Architect- Entity Assessor with IRAP certification to join a classified, high-impact program.

Role: Security Architect- Entity Assessor – Defence Sector (Multiple Roles)
Location: Edinburgh Parks (On-Site)
Engagement: Contract
Clearance: Australian Citizen with min NV1
Certification: IRAP Assessor (mandatory)

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct Security Assessments.
• Review system designs and architectures (logical/physical, authorisation boundaries, data flows) for alignment with ISM guidelines; identify control gaps and compensating controls.
• Conduct Design Effectiveness Reviews and validate technical implementations through Operational Effectiveness Reviews against applicable ISM controls.
• Evaluate Essential Eight maturity and control effectiveness in context of system risk and operating environment.
• Maintain rigorous evidence traceability, including development and completion of the Security Controls Matrix.
• Produce Security Assessment Reports and Executive Risk Summaries with clear residual risk, rationale, and prioritised recommendations.

Qualifications

• Certified IRAP Assessor (mandatory).
• NV1 security clearance (minimum).
• ISO 27001 Lead Auditor (beneficial).
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, SABSA, CISM)

If interested, APPLY NOW, or call Aparna on 08 8228 1560

• NV1, NV2 and TSPV clearances required
• 12 month contract + possible extensions
• Multiple positions
• on-site – ACT, VIC, QLD.

Overview of the Position
We are seeking experienced Senior Security Systems Engineers to contribute to a critical Cyber Security Remediation Program. This role requires highly organised individuals with strong communication skills and technical expertise to enhance the security posture of systems across multiple Australian Government entities.

Duties

• Provide advice and implement security controls to enhance systems from Official to Top Secret.
• Develop documentation for security engineering tasks, including SOPs, design documentation, and as-built-as-configured documents.
• Facilitate and participate in workshops focused on security engineering design and remediation activities.
• Develop and test prototype security configurations to inform advice and guidance.
• Implement security controls in line with ASD’s Information Security Manual (ISM), Essential Eight, or other industry standards.

Skills and Experience Required

• Minimum 7 years of experience as a Systems Engineer, with expertise in:
  • Microsoft Active Directory
  • Networking, Gateway or Software-Defined Networking
  • Cross Domain Solutions and/or Diodes
  • Sentinel or Splunk
  • Enterprise Linux, Unix, or similar environments (e.g., RHEL)
  • Cloud environments (SaaS, PaaS, or IaaS on Azure, AWS, GPC, or similar)
  • Complex Windows Enterprise Environments
• Ability to work independently and effectively in hybrid or remote teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation and senior executive briefings.
• Ability to provide direction and align tasks with strategic objectives.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or equivalent industry training/certification.
• Experience in identifying, implementing, and/or applying security controls.

Application Process
If you would like to apply, hit “APPLY” for more information, please contact Emma on 0480 804 408 or email emma.gibbons@talentinternational.com

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About the role

This is a senior role for an experienced analyst who thrives in high-pressure situations and wants to influence how security operations evolve.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead complex and high-impact security incidents

• Act as escalation point during critical events

• Mentor junior and intermediate analysts

• Improve processes, tooling and response playbooks

• Partner with engineering, risk and leadership teams

What we’re looking for

• Extensive SOC or incident response experience

• Deep understanding of threats and attacker techniques

• Strong technical capability across security tooling including SIEM

• Calm, decisive and credible in high-pressure situations with excellent stakeholder management skills

Please note: Applications will be actioned intermittently throughout the Christmas period. We appreciate your patience.

About the role

This role suits an analyst ready to step up – taking responsibility for investigations, supporting response coordination, and contributing to SOC maturity.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead investigation of security alerts and incidents

• Coordinate and support incident response

• Identify gaps and improvements in detection and response

• Contribute to playbooks and continuous improvement

• Support on-call operations

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in a SOC or cyber security role

• Strong incident investigation and response capability

• Experience with SIEM, EDR and cloud platforms

• Clear communicator who works well across teams and is highly adaptable

Please note: Applications will be actioned intermittently throughout the Christmas period. We appreciate your patience.

As the Project Manager – SASE Cybersecurity for this leading University, you will lead the project from initiation through to implementation and closure, working closely with security architects, engineers, business stakeholders, and external vendors.

Experience delivering Zero Trust-aligned initiatives (such as identity-centric security, secure access, or least-privilege models) will be highly regarded, as the SASE project forms a key foundation of the Zero Trust and NIST maturity strategy.

Key accountabilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of the SASE cybersecurity project in 2026
• Own project scope, schedule, budget, resourcing, risks, and dependencies
• Develop and maintain detailed delivery plans and implementation roadmaps
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across IT, cybersecurity, business units, and vendors
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and statements of work
• Identify and resolve risks and issues, escalating where required
• Provide regular reporting via PPM tools, dashboards, and executive briefings
• Ensure project outcomes reduce cyber risk and uplift Zero Trust and NIST maturity

Experience & Skills

• Proven experience leading end-to-end delivery of enterprise cybersecurity projects
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, including secure access technologies
• Demonstrated success managing complex stakeholder environments
• Experience across Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid delivery methodologies
• Proficiency with project management tools (PPM platforms, MS Project, JIRA, Confluence)
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and vendor management skills
• Experience delivering SASE, Zero Trust, or identity-centric security initiatives
• Familiarity with Zero Trust concepts such as least privilege, identity-based access, and secure connectivity
• Experience in an Australian tertiary education environment highly regarded

Apply now to secure an interview or email Alistair.barr@talentinternational.com for further information

We have partnered with a leading provider of innovative IT solutions, specialized in customized technology services that empower businesses to thrive in a digital landscape. Their team of experts is dedicated to delivering strategic consulting, robust cybersecurity, and comprehensive managed services, all designed to drive efficiency and growth.

They are looking for a Principal Architect with a background in Cybersecurity and a balanced focus on Business Development (50%) and Service Delivery (50%). This role is ideal for a highly motivated professional who thrives in a matrix organization, leading multiple projects while engaging with vendors and driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pre-sales engagement – work closely with vendors and customers to craft solutions.
• Project oversight – act as an Engagement Manager, ensuring successful project execution.
• Oversee 5-6 concurrent projects, managing budgets, customer success, change orders etc..
• Provide leadership within a matrix structure, guiding field leaders responsible for delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other key stakeholders.
• Cybersecurity & Networking focus – Less compliance-heavy, more technical/networking-based projects.
• Manage service delivery and drive business growth through consultative engagements.
• Track project status and provide status reports when necessary.
• Engage in strategic discussions around project execution, client satisfaction, and expansion.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Experienced in both service delivery and business development.
• Strong background in cybersecurity, networking, and technical pre-sales.
• Technology experience with security (Check Point, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Zscaler) and networking (Cisco, Aruba, Fortinet).
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements and challenges that affect IT programs such as SOC2, SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, Gramm-Leach-Bliley, State and Federal privacy laws, and SEC regulations
• Adept at working in a matrix organization, leading projects, and coordinating resources.
• Able to balance project execution with growth initiatives.
• Strategic thinker who can collaborate across teams and drive results.

Work Schedule & Travel Expectations:

• Hybrid role with some in-office presence required 1x a week.
• Some Travel required.

Salary listed is OTE – $190-220k

At this time we are unable to provide Visa Transfers or Visa Sponsorship.