Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Location: St Lucia Campus

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

• Information Technology Services (ITS)

• Full-time, fixed-term position for 18 months

• Base salary will be in the range $106,709 - $116,198 + 17% super (HEW Level 7) 

• Based at our St Lucia location

About This Opportunity

Join a collaborative, high-performing cyber security engineering team at UQ and play a pivotal role in safeguarding one of Australia’s leading universities. As a Senior Cyber Security Engineer, you will design, implement and optimise security capabilities that protect critical systems, data and people across a dynamic and complex digital environment. Working within Information Technology Services, you will partner with technical specialists and stakeholders across the University to strengthen security maturity and resilience in the face of evolving cyber threats.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Designing, implementing and maintaining cyber security solutions to protect enterprise systems and data

• Providing advanced technical support for security services and continuously improving service delivery outcomes

• Engaging with stakeholders across the University to deliver expert cyber security advice and solutions

• Leading and mentoring team members while promoting agile practices and continuous improvement

About You

You are an inquisitive and solutions-focused cyber security professional who thrives in complex environments and is motivated by purpose. You bring strong technical capability and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

To be successful, you will demonstrate:

• Relevant qualifications in information technology or a related field, or equivalent combination of experience and education

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage competing priorities

• Demonstrated experience across multiple cyber security domains such as network, cloud, endpoint or email security

• Knowledge of vulnerability and risk management practices and security monitoring tools such as SIEM platforms

• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear technical documentation

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across technical and non-technical stakeholders

• A proactive and innovative mindset, with a commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence

• Up-to-date knowledge of emerging cyber threats, technologies and global best practices

About UQ 

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.

Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging. 

Interested? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sagar Bhindi, Manager, Cyber Security Engineering at s.bhindi@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted. 

Other Information

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623. 

Applications close Sunday 19 July 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-66059).