Senior Information Security Engineer
Optiver · Sydney
Job description
About the role
Optiver is seeking a motivated, hands‑on Senior Information Security Engineer to protect, monitor and continuously improve the security of its global cloud (AWS and M365) and on‑premises infrastructure. You will play a central part in risk mitigation, incident response and automation of security operations.
Key responsibilities
- Monitor daily security operations, identify threats, investigate alerts and respond to incidents across cloud and on‑prem environments.
- Strengthen Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security through Conditional Access, MFA, PIM, Defender for Endpoint/Identity/O365 and tenant hardening.
- Build and maintain security automation using Python and PowerShell, focusing on reducing manual processes.
- Integrate systems via APIs (Graph API, REST) to enhance security workflows.
- Perform vulnerability assessments, review configurations and develop mitigation strategies.
- Contribute to incident response activities including investigation, containment and remediation.
Required profile
- At least 5 years of experience in information security or technical engineering.
- Strong analytical thinking and ability to work in a fast‑moving environment.
- Comfortable with both Windows and Linux environments and common security technologies.
Required skills
- Python and PowerShell scripting.
- Cloud platforms: AWS and Microsoft 365/Entra ID.
- Security tools: Defender, EDR, SIEM, SOAR, CASB, Nessus/Tenable, RunZero.
- API integration: Graph API, REST.
- Identity management: Conditional Access, MFA, PIM, RBAC, PAM.
- Vulnerability management and secure configuration standards.
- Data protection solutions: Microsoft Purview, DLP rules, classification/labeling.
What we offer
- Performance‑based bonus structure.
- Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities.
- Daily breakfast, lunch and an in‑house barista.
- Gym membership and weekly in‑house chair massages.
- Regular social events and a company trip every two years.
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Optiver
Sydney