Cryptography Security Engineer

As a Cryptography Security Engineer, you will design, implement, and support enterprise-scale cryptographic services and key management capabilities for a Federal Government client. Working within a multidisciplinary cyber security team in a highly secure environment, you'll contribute to the delivery and sustainment of encryption technologies, Public Key Infrastructure, and secure system integration that protect critical government systems.

What you'll do

• Design, implement and support enterprise cryptographic services and key management capabilities
• Administer and support Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) environments and certificate lifecycle management processes
• Configure and maintain encryption technologies used to protect data at rest and in transit
• Support Hardware Security Module (HSM) platforms and associated cryptographic services
• Integrate cryptographic capabilities with enterprise applications, cloud platforms and infrastructure services
• Implement and maintain security controls aligned to government security frameworks and standards
• Conduct security assessments, risk analysis and remediation activities
• Develop technical documentation, operational procedures and support artefacts
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, cyber security teams and project stakeholders to deliver secure outcomes
• Support operational activities including incident investigation, system monitoring and service improvement initiatives

What you bring

• Demonstrated experience as a Security Engineer, Cryptography Engineer, PKI Engineer, Cyber Security Engineer or similar role
• Strong understanding of cryptographic principles, encryption technologies and secure communications
• Experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Certificate Authorities, certificate lifecycle management, Key Management Systems (KMS), Hardware Security Modules (HSM), and encryption solutions
• Experience supporting secure system integration across enterprise environments
• Knowledge of security hardening, vulnerability management and security-by-design principles
• Ability to investigate and resolve complex technical and security issues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A degree qualification in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Current TSPV Security Clearance

Nice to have

• Experience working within Federal Government, Defence or National Security environments
• Familiarity with Australian Government security frameworks including ISM, PSPF and Essential Eight
• Experience with cloud security technologies including Azure, AWS or other government-approved cloud environments
• Experience with platforms such as Azure Key Vault, AWS KMS, HashiCorp Vault, Venafi, Thales or Entrust HSM technologies
• Scripting and automation experience using PowerShell, Python or similar technologies
• Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, Security+, GIAC, Certified Encryption Specialist, Azure Security, AWS Security or similar

What we offer

• 12-month contract with extension options
• Onsite work in Canberra, ACT

About Peoplebank

Peoplebank and Leaders IT are recruitment partners committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We partner with government and enterprise clients to deliver specialized security and technology talent.