Cybersecurity Specialist

• Proven Microsoft Azure & Infrastructure Expertise
• Comprehensive Cyber Security & Networking Skills
• Stakeholder Engagement & Project Delivery Capability

Cybersecurity Specialist - Short‑Term Contract - Perth

Your new company

Your new role

• Act as a technical resource to deliver cybersecurity and operational projects across Microsoft Azure cloud-hosted systems and network infrastructure.
• Provide technical planning, design, and implementation services, including proof-of-concept and development testing.
• Adapt to evolving technology and customer requirements, ensuring solutions remain secure and effective.
• Create and maintain technical documentation (architecture, configuration, and operational guides).
• Collaborate with diverse teams and liaise with stakeholders to deliver outcomes aligned with organisational goals.

What you'll need to succeed

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Microsoft Azure cloud and networking infrastructure.
• Hands-on expertise in:
  • Azure IaaS & PaaS
  • Microsoft Server OS & Core Infrastructure (AD, GPO, ADFS, DNS, DHCP)
  • Next-generation firewalls & web application firewalls
  • Networking technologies (NAC, proxy, load balancing)
  • PowerShell scripting
  • Formal Microsoft technical cloud certification
    
  • Desirable skills:
  • Knowledge of Zero Trust principles, ASD Strategies, and WA Cybersecurity Policy
  • Familiarity with RedHat/Oracle Linux
  • Threat modelling, risk mitigation, and secure-by-design approaches
  • Exposure to SD-WAN, VPN, Azure Firewall, Bastion, Private Endpoints
  • Microsoft certifications (AZ-104, AZ-500, MS-500, SC-200, MS-101)
  • Vendor experience with Palo Alto, Fortinet, Tenable, Intune/SCCM
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and within a team.

What you'll get in return

• A short-term contract (6 months) with immediate impact on critical cybersecurity projects.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge Azure cloud and infrastructure security initiatives.
• Exposure to a high-profile government environment, enhancing your professional portfolio.
• Competitive daily rate and the chance to contribute to meaningful public sector outcomes.

What you need to do now

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