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Our client, focused on National Security, is seeking a Network Security Engineer with a current Negative Vetting Level 1 or above security clearance. for a 12-month contract (with extension options) to be based in Canberra (ACT), Adelaide (SA), and Melbourne (VIC).
The successful candidate will work as a Network Security Engineer to plan, implement and operate network service/systems, to include hardware and virtual environments. They test and maintain network infrastructure including software and hardware devices, provide feedback on network requirements, including network architecture and infrastructure. They assess complex information systems utilising a range of contemporary security frameworks, toolsets, and knowledge of malicious actor techniques, tools and processes.
Key duties:
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will be required to complete a selection criterion to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes on 4 August 2025 at 11:00 am Call Peter Warby on 0480 011 480 or intel@whizdom.com.au for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks
Network Security Engineer
| Job title : | Network Security Engineer |
| Contract type : | Contract |
| Location : | Melbourne |
| Sectors : | |
| Salary : | $130 - $160 per hour |
| Start date : | 2025-07-15 |
| Duration : | 12.0 MONTH |
| Job Reference : | V-54186-2 |
| Contact name : | Peter Warby |
| Contact email : | peterw@whizdom.com.au |
| Job published : | about 11 hours ago |
Our client, focused on National Security, is seeking a Network Security Engineer with a current Negative Vetting Level 1 or above security clearance. for a 12-month contract (with extension options) to be based in Canberra (ACT), Adelaide (SA), and Melbourne (VIC).
The successful candidate will work as a Network Security Engineer to plan, implement and operate network service/systems, to include hardware and virtual environments. They test and maintain network infrastructure including software and hardware devices, provide feedback on network requirements, including network architecture and infrastructure. They assess complex information systems utilising a range of contemporary security frameworks, toolsets, and knowledge of malicious actor techniques, tools and processes.
Key duties:
- Assess a wide range of network systems and configurations for cyber security issues
- Conduct workshops, run assessment tooling and view system documentation and configurations
- Provide detailed recommendations and advice to improve the cyber security of a network.
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will be required to complete a selection criterion to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes on 4 August 2025 at 11:00 am Call Peter Warby on 0480 011 480 or intel@whizdom.com.au for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks