Are you an experienced Cyber Security Engineer looking to drive critical technical uplift initiatives? Randstad is currently working with a Queensland Government Department to find a Cyber Security Engineer on an inital 9 month contract with potential of extension. Join a dynamic team to lead hands-on technical delivery, enhance logging and authentication frameworks, and strengthen cyber safety across a hybrid enterprise environment. ...
cyber security engineer.
- newstead, queensland
- posted today
- closes 30 september 2026
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- newstead, queensland
- contract
- full-time
- job categoryinformation technology
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Client: Queensland Government Department
Location: Newstead, Brisbane with WFH flexibility
Pay Rate: $105 + Super per hour
What you will do:
- Lead the hands-on technical delivery of key cyber security projects, including MFA implementation on legacy systems and Essential 8 maturity initiatives.
- Redesign, reconfigure, and expand existing Microsoft Sentinel implementations to optimise logging and threat detection across systems and services.
- Produce high-quality technical designs, documentation, and procedures while driving ICT governance for design approval and implementation.
- Coordinate cross-functional technical resources to manage change, prioritize activities, and ensure project deliverables meet committed timeframes.
- Identify technical risks, gaps, and vulnerabilities, developing effective mitigation strategies and providing sound advice to senior management.
The ideal candidate for this role will possess:
- Demonstrated hands-on technical experience in implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/logging).
- Strong practical knowledge of cyber security frameworks, specifically Essential 8 Maturity Levels and ISO 27001.
- Proven background in Microsoft Technologies (M365, Azure, Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows 11) and hybrid Cloud/On-Prem solutions.
- Excellent critical thinking, strategic analysis, and technical document writing skills for producing system procedures and status reports.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a track record of collaborating effectively with multi-disciplinary technical teams and stakeholders.
Interested? Apply Now!
If you are a Cyber Security Engineer with experience in Microsoft Sentinel and Essential 8 frameworks, we want to hear from you. Click “Apply Now”.
Alternatively, please reach out to Sian for more information - sian.asnicar@randstaddigital.com.au.
You must be a Brisbane based candidate with unlimited working rights to be considered.
Randstad contractor benefits:
- Access to a Udemy license for ongoing learning and continuous professional development
- Access to exclusive discounts across various platforms
- Discounts on private health funds
- 3 payruns a week
At Randstad Digital, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
Are you an experienced Cyber Security Engineer looking to drive critical technical uplift initiatives? Randstad is currently working with a Queensland Government Department to find a Cyber Security Engineer on an inital 9 month contract with potential of extension. Join a dynamic team to lead hands-on technical delivery, enhance logging and authentication frameworks, and strengthen cyber safety across a hybrid enterprise environment.
Client: Queensland Government Department
Location: Newstead, Brisbane with WFH flexibility
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Pay Rate: $105 + Super per hour
show moreWhat you will do:
- Lead the hands-on technical delivery of key cyber security projects, including MFA implementation on legacy systems and Essential 8 maturity initiatives.
- Redesign, reconfigure, and expand existing Microsoft Sentinel implementations to optimise logging and threat detection across systems and services.
- Produce high-quality technical designs, documentation, and procedures while driving ICT governance for design approval and implementation.
- Coordinate cross-functional technical resources to manage change, prioritize activities, and ensure project deliverables meet committed timeframes.
- Identify technical risks, gaps, and vulnerabilities, developing effective mitigation strategies and providing sound advice to senior management.
The ideal candidate for this role will possess:
- Demonstrated hands-on technical experience in implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/logging).
- Strong practical knowledge of cyber security frameworks, specifically Essential 8 Maturity Levels and ISO 27001.
- Proven background in Microsoft Technologies (M365, Azure, Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows 11) and hybrid Cloud/On-Prem solutions.
- Excellent critical thinking, strategic analysis, and technical document writing skills for producing system procedures and status reports.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a track record of collaborating effectively with multi-disciplinary technical teams and stakeholders.
Interested? Apply Now!
If you are a Cyber Security Engineer with experience in Microsoft Sentinel and Essential 8 frameworks, we want to hear from you. Click “Apply Now”.
Alternatively, please reach out to Sian for more information - sian.asnicar@randstaddigital.com.au.
You must be a Brisbane based candidate with unlimited working rights to be considered.
Randstad contractor benefits:
- Access to a Udemy license for ongoing learning and continuous professional development
- Access to exclusive discounts across various platforms
- Discounts on private health funds
- 3 payruns a week
At Randstad Digital, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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