Senior Security Engineer

Employment Type

Permanent

Closing Date

14 May 2024 11:59pm

Job Title

Senior Security Engineer

Job Summary

Job Description

Connect with Telstra

At every level, and in every business area, you'll have the opportunity to innovate and make a difference.

At Telstra, you'll be trusted to deliver, empowered to achieve, and developed to reach your full potential. We'll give you the tools and support to have ownership and accountability over your role.

Our Global Networks and Technology team

Our GN&T professionals are responsible for building, securing, and supporting world-class IT systems, networks, and facilities. The kind that can provide the best possible service to all our customers, from large-scale enterprise to mass-market.

ROLE SNAPSHOT

As a Senior Security Engineer in Mobile Network Security, you are part of an exciting team where you will utilise and develop your networks and cloud security knowledge and technical skills to:

• Lead the design, implementation, integration, and operation of advanced security capabilities within Telstra’s Mobile networks.

• Develop tailored security solutions to address the unique requirements and challenges posed by 5G mobile infrastructure, including Kubernetes on Bare Metal, internal Private Cloud platforms and Telecommunications networks.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that security is seamlessly integrated into the network infrastructure.

• Leverage Telstra’s best practice security methodologies, frameworks, tools, and processes to design and build robust network engineering and technology solutions.

• Collaborate effectively with Telstra’s Network and Security team members to drive Security Solution Design, Security Operational Readiness, Change Implementation, and Platform Support initiatives.

• Communicate Information Security policies, standards, and procedures for Network and Cloud technologies, fostering security awareness within the team.

• Document your work to ensure business continuity, security, and seamless operational support.

• Apply a continuous learning and development mindset to your work, investing time and effort into building your knowledge, skills, and understanding of industry best practices and emerging technologies.

• Lead your team in conducting continuous improvement initiatives, such as enhancing and improving CI/CD capabilities (testing, automation) to reduce cycle time while retaining quality.

Skills & attributes to be a success in this role.

• Extensive technical proficiency across OpenStack, LINUX, Docker, Kubernetes, TCP/IP Routing Protocols, SDN, and virtualised networking.

• Demonstrated expertise in OpenStack, Kubernetes, and Network Automation.

• Proven experience with security tools and practices related to Network, Cloud and DevSecOps.

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Ansible, Terraform, etc.).

• In-depth knowledge of OpenStack and Kubernetes security features including Authentication, Authorization, Secure Communication, Encryption, Role-based Access Control (RBAC), Auditing and Logging.

• Ability to discover, review, and implement innovative approaches to securing internal Private Cloud platforms and Telecommunications networks.

• A comprehensive understanding of traditional and Cloud-native network security components (such as firewalls, proxies, security groups, identity and access management, MFA, threat prevention, vulnerability management, secrets, and certificate management, etc.).

• Proficiency in Agile tools and methodologies.

• Ensure solutions are reusable, scalable, reliable, manageable, secure, and operable, aligning with the Telstra’s technology strategic directions and meeting any specific OKRs.

• Proven hands-on experience in automation/scripting as Python.

• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with other Security and Mobile team members for security engagements and external system integration.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and conflicting priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Team player, add to an already great team culture.

It would be beneficial (but not essential) if you also have:

• Hands-on experience with traditional and Cloud-native network security components.

• Knowledge and experience in reviewing and implementing system Security Hardening guidelines.

• Competence in collaborating with DevSecOps and Mobile Security teams on CI/CD and orchestration security for virtual and containerised network functions and applications.

• 8-10 years of recent relevant experience in Security and/or engineering roles.

• A Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in Information Security, Cyber Security, Telecommunications Engineering or Network Security (desirable).

• CISSP, CCIE (Security), or CompTIA Certifications or Cloud Security Certification (desirable).

Here’s what you can expect from us:

• Flexible working. Wherever you live, choose where, when, and how you work so you can be at your best. 

• There when life happens. From Pandemic Leave to Compassionate Leave, we give you time to spend away from work when you need it most.

• Pay for performance. We recognise outstanding contributions through our generous incentive programs. 

• Parental Leave. A competitive policy for both birth and adopting mothers and fathers so they can enjoy the special time with their new family.

• Unlimited learning. Level up your credentials with access to 17,000 learning programs. Learn ‘on the job’ and achieve university credits towards degrees and master’s programs. 

• Global presence. With a global presence across 22 countries, there are many opportunities to work where we do business.

INTERESTED?

If you believe that you are suited to this position, we would be very interested in hearing from you.

We encourage applications from people of all abilities and backgrounds - including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBQTI+ community, linguistically diverse, and people living with disability. When you apply, you can choose to note the pronouns you use and /or any reasonable adjustments needed to take part equitably during the interview process.

www.telstra.com.au/careers/diversity-and-inclusion or email us at DisabilityandAccessibility@team.telstra.com noting your preferred method of contact.