Security Technical Lead | Contract | Up to $1350pd | Melbourne
Our client is looking for an experienced Security Technical Lead to step into a hands-on operations leadership role immediately. You'll manage a hybrid onshore/offshore security team, drive operational uplift, and act as the key point of contact for escalations and service delivery. This is a high-impact contract role with strong onsite presence in Melbourne.
What you'll be doing
- Leading day-to-day security operations across a hybrid managed services model
- Managing escalations and driving fast resolution across onshore and offshore teams
- Owning vendor relationships and contributing to solution and strategic roadmaps
- Collaborating closely with the client to ensure cohesive, consistent service delivery
- Supporting operational uplift initiatives and continuous improvement across security functions
What we're looking for
- Strong hands-on expertise across network security, including Cisco ASA/Firepower and Palo Alto firewalls
- Experience with Proxies/SWG (Prisma preferred), VPN solutions (GlobalProtect, AnyConnect), and load balancers (F5 BIG-IP, Citrix ADC)
- Exposure to microsegmentation tools such as Illumio, VMware NSX, or Cisco Tetration
- NAC and Zero Trust experience, ideally with Cisco ISE or Aruba ClearPass
- Threat detection and EDR experience across Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike, or SentinelOne
- Proven leadership of managed security service operations in a hybrid delivery model
- Knowledge of the SOCI Act and experience in critical infrastructure security environments
- Prior experience in the utilities sector highly regarded
- Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, IBM QRadar, or working alongside system integrators in MSS delivery is a plus
- Melbourne-based and available to commit to 3 to 4 days onsite per week
The details
- Engagement: Contract, 6 months
- Location: Melbourne CBD/metro
- Onsite: 3 to 4 days per week
- Start: Immediate
At Randstad Digital, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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