Cyber Security Systems Engineer

You excel at connecting the dots as a problem solver, ensuring the seamless delivery of reliable services from beginning to end.

You bring structure, mitigation and education to our organisation. Our records and datasets are vast and varied. This is your opportunity to safeguard critical infrastructure, order and protect sensitive data, and defend against emerging cyber threats. You'll be part of an expert team who protect against thousands of threats every day.
 

In this role, you'll:
 

• Join our Operational Technology team and help us to lead the way in the integration of Cyber Security controls and solutions into Operational Technology (OT) systems. Our Operational Technology Unit are responsible for ensuring high availability and reliability of Control Systems, Wireless and Fixed voice and data networks, Condition Monitoring and Passenger Information infrastructure and Cyber Security of Operational Systems.
 

• Focus on uplifting and enhancing security tools. You’ll implement secure practices for the monitoring of OT and Industrial Automated Control System (IACS) systems security, to ensure the risk of equipment and data loss, theft or tampering is

minimised. You’ll also report on the performance and utilisation of the tools.
 

• Investigate escalated security incidents and events and conduct post incident reviews and analysis. You’ll be responsible for threat hunting 

This is an opportunity to work with cutting-edge security tools, collaborate with stakeholders, and contribute to the resilience of one of Australia’s largest transport networks. Your work will directly contribute to public safety and system reliability, ensuring our rail system is secure from cyber threats.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
 

About you
 

• Tertiary qualified in a relevant Engineering, Technology or Cyber Security discipline or have equivalent experience and bring demonstrated knowledge of IEC 62443 standards and ISO27001, NSW CSP and/or NIST Framework.
 

• Demonstrated experience in using technical tools to support security operations including SIEM, Advanced Threat Detection, Vulnerability Management, Firewalls, IDS, IPS, WAF and EDR, as well as application control and microsegmentation. 
 

• You bring a passion for cybersecurity and the curiosity to learn and keep updated on new developments. You’re also a critical thinker and have Cyber Security experience in a large, complex organisation, ideally in an OT environment. 

You’re looking for an opportunity that will give you exposure to high level government strategy and help shape NSW government’ cyber security vision. You’ll enjoy the unique challenges of OT Cyber Security in a rail environment, involving real-time systems and critical infrastructure.
 

Who we are
 

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

At Sydney Trains, our rail services keep Sydney moving by putting our customers at the centre of everything we do. We work with our local communities to deliver safe, timely and efficient rail services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Our trains and network are evolving to meet the needs of our customers now and well into the future. We’re continuing to integrate technological innovations that help us deliver a smarter and more sustainable network.

Join us
 

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.

This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team’s home base location with remote days. 

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us.  Apply now!

Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 6th April 2025.

For more information about this role, please contact RENEE.CAMPBELL@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal people or Supporting people with disability for more info or speak to your

talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. 

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