Senior Cyber Security Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 16, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 22, 2026.
Are you passionate about building security controls that scale through automation? We are looking for a Senior Cyber Security Engineer who combines deep technical expertise with strong automation capability to engineer, optimise and continuously improve Avant's cyber security environment.
We are seeking a hands on engineer who can automate, integrate and innovate, using scripting, APIs and DevOps practices to enhance security monitoring, streamline remediation and deliver measurable risk reduction across cloud, SaaS and on-premises environments.
If you've built security automation, improved detection capabilities, integrated security platforms and enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, we'd love to hear from you.
Key accountabilities:
Design, build and maintain security controls across cloud, SaaS and on-premises environments
Own and optimise key security platforms, ensuring they remain effective, resilient and aligned to business needs
Develop automation, integrations and DevSecOps practices that improve security operations and reduce manual effort
Enhance security monitoring, detection and response capabilities through SIEM onboarding, detection engineering and workflow optimisation
Review and govern network security policies, including firewall rules, segmentation and secure connectivity controls
Support vulnerability remediation and secure configuration activities across the technology landscape
Partner with technology and business teams to enable secure delivery and reduce risk
Provide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to other Security Engineers
Contribute to engineering standards, architecture patterns and continuous improvement initiatives
Skills and experience required:
Previous experience in Security Engineering, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Security or a related cyber security discipline
Experience across multiple security domains such as SIEM, EDR, Cloud Security, Email Security, Network Security, Vulnerability Management or SASE
Strong understanding of networking, operating systems, identity, cloud and SaaS security
Experience with scripting, APIs, automation and DevOps-style practices using technologies such as PowerShell, Python or similar
Experience implementing and integrating security controls in hybrid environments
Ability to translate security requirements, regulatory obligations and risk outcomes into practical engineering solutions
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
A collaborative approach and willingness to share knowledge and mentor others
Highly regarded
Experience with technologies such as CrowdStrike, Netskope, Mimecast, Abnormal AI, SIEM platforms, IDAM/PAM solutions, Microsoft Azure and AWS will be advantageous, as will industry certifications including CISSP, CISM, CCSP, AZ-500, SC-200, Security+ or OSCP.
About Avant
Avant is Australia’s leading medical defence organisation, proudly supporting medical professionals for over 130 years. With more than 90,000 members, including health practitioners and medical students across every state and territory, we provide trusted, market-leading products and services tailored to their professional, personal, and practice needs.
Join an organisation with purpose, one that genuinely exists to support its members and improve healthcare in Australia. You'll work with committed, passionate colleagues in an environment that values both rigour and collaboration.
For further information, please contact Sue Allen, Talent Acquisition Business Partner on 0429 404 856.