Senior Security Engineer

Who are we?

We’re here to help people live well and create a better and more sustainable future. We support healthy and liveable communities by delivering water, sewerage and recycled water services to 1.77 million people who rely on us every day and every night. At South East Water, we innovate with purpose and act with care to deliver healthy water for life. Fresh thinking and collaboration are at the heart of our organisation. We are constantly learning, embracing the challenges of today and excited by the opportunities that tomorrow will bring.  

The role

The Senior Security Engineer will be responsible for evaluating security architectures, conducting risk assessments, and providing expert security guidance to ensure the resilience of South East Water’s systems, applications, business processes and improve overall security posture.

This role will require a strong communicator and seasoned collaborator, who can work equally well with development, operations and business teams to align security practices with business objectives and enhance the security posture, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Day-to-day responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performing security reviews for applications, cloud environments, and infrastructure.
• Conducting threat modelling, identity and access reviews, security risk assessments and providing actionable recommendations to mitigate identified risks.
• Providing specialist advise on secure design principles and best practices.
• Assessing and validating security controls in alignment with industry frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, etc.).
• Supporting security incident response efforts by providing technical expertise and remediation guidance.

Who are you?

Applicants will ideally possess a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or other related field and have at least five years’ demonstrated work experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on security architecture, risk assessment or security consulting.  Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, SABSA would put your application at an advantage.

Along with the above, you’ll also require the following key skills, knowledge and experience to be considered for this role:

• A strong understanding of on-premise, cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and enterprise security architectures.
• Hands-on experience with threat modelling, security reviews, and risk assessments.
• Familiarity or qualification/Certification in security frameworks and compliance requirements (e.g., NIST, VPDSS, ISA 62443, CIS, ISO 27001).
• Proficiency in evaluating and implementing security controls for applications, networks, and infrastructure for Enterprise IT and Operational Technology (OT)
• Knowledge of penetration testing, vulnerability management, and security automation.
• Experience working in a DevSecOps environment is preferred
• Experience with advanced security solutions and zero-trust architectures

Candidates should also be able to obtain security clearance as needed.

What's in it for you?

Working at South East Water means you can enjoy a wealth of benefits, starting with the chance to be part of an organisation deeply committed to environmental initiatives and sustainability; one who has been recognised as one of the top 101 Workplaces for Women in Australia by Work180 for the past two consecutive years.   

South East Water cultivates a dynamic culture that emphasises collaboration and strong work ethics, supported by career-focused learning and development opportunities. 

As a SEW employee, you can enjoy the following offerings from our benefits package:

• Access to My Fitness Passport, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), annual flu shots, and health checks.  
• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options and leave purchasing. 
• Life insurance and salary continuance. 
• 15 weeks paid parental leave and paid superannuation on eligible portions of unpaid parental leave. 
• Additional leave offerings, such as cultural and ceremonial leave and study leave.  
• Head office with modern facilities and panoramic beachfront views, a separate parents' room, a prayer and meditation room, an onsite cafe, and free parking. 
• Opportunity to be part of great initiatives involving the local community.

We're for everyone

Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. It makes us better learners, thinkers and collaborators, helping create better outcomes for our customers.  

We are deeply committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ individuals, people with disability and jobseekers of all ages and cultures. We aim to provide an inclusive, accessible workplace where everyone is welcome, safe, and celebrated. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, please reach out to our Talent team at careers@southeastwater.com.au. 

Keen to make an impact?

Click here to check out the position description. We're accepting applications for this exciting opportunity until Tuesday 1 April 2025!

To be considered for this opportunity, you must hold unrestricted working rights for the period of employment at the time of application.  Successful candidates will also be required to undergo a number of pre-employment checks, including a police records check. 

South East Water operates a 24/7 service environment. Whilst this role does not involve after-hours rostered duty, all employees may be required to provide out of hours support from time to time as required. 

Visit southeastwater.com.au to learn more about us and how we serve our customers.