<p><strong>Location:</strong> Catholic Education Office, Wollongong</p> <p><strong>THE OPPORTUNITY&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>The Executive Director of Schools invites applicants from suitably qualified and experienced personnel for this permanent full-time position of Security Engineer.&nbsp;</p> <p>Reporting to the Senior Security Engineer, this position exists to ensure the operation of the Catholic Education, Diocese of Wollongong (CEDoW), Catholic agencies and specific non-systemic schools security systems and are responsible for the implementation, administration, configuration, support maintenance, improvements and risk mitigation of Diocesan infrastructure and mitigation of cyber security threats</p> <p><strong>YOUR IMPACT</strong></p> <p>Your role will require you to:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Maintain and secure all CEDoW infrastructure, including the configuration and operation of firewalls, server hardware, and cloud assets</li> <li>Monitor and investigate security alerts using SIEM, PAM, and Web Content Filtering tools to ensure all logs are parsed and threats are mitigated</li> <li>Manage endpoint security by deploying and patching software via SCCM/Intune and Jamf, ensuring endpoint protection is active on all Diocesan assets</li> <li>Oversee access control and identity management using tools like Clearpass, enforcing MFA, and creating SSO integrations via SAML or OAuth</li> <li>Execute patch management and firmware updates across all infrastructure and systemic schools to ensure swift remediation of vulnerabilities</li> <li>Perform proactive threat hunting and research current cyber attack trends to identify suspicious behavior not caught by automated systems</li> <li>Provide Level 2 infrastructure support for servers, networks, and AV platforms, managing incidents and service requests through ITSM practices</li> <li>Manage enterprise backup solutions and recovery operations to ensure data resilience and the continuity of critical school systems</li> <li>Collaborate with stakeholders and senior colleagues on high-risk configuration changes, project deployments, and alignment with business requirements</li> <li>Deliver regular reporting on security incidents, performance metrics, and innovative EdTech research to contribute to the ICLT strategic plan</li> </ul> <p><strong>SELECTION CRITERIA</strong></p> <ul> <li>Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a closely related field, or equivalent experience&nbsp;</li> <li>Industry-wide training in any infrastructure or security related field F5, Palo Alto, Aruba-Juniper etc is desirable</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally&nbsp;</li> <li>Knowledge of Cyber Security and common attack vectors</li> <li>Understanding of common Security Standards and Frameworks</li> <li>Demonstrated knowledge of Network Infrastructure and Access Technologies</li> <li>Knowledge of Wifi, LAN, WAN technology</li> <li>Virtual infrastructure knowledge (VMware, Nutanix, HyperV)</li> <li>Experience with SIEMS</li> <li>Ability to learn the functions of a new system quickly, efficiently and thoroughly</li> <li>Ability to work as part of a team&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>WHY WORK WITH CEDOW?</strong></p> <p>At CEDoW, we believe in supporting those who support our students. This role offers:</p> <ul> <li>A generous salary of $103,618 - $111,755 &nbsp;plus superannuation (depending on experience and qualifications)</li> <li>Laptop and mobile phone provided to be used in line with CEDoW policy and procedure</li> <li>An environment that encourages innovation and collaboration through education</li> <li>Additional ex-gratia leave during the Christmas period</li> <li>Employees are eligible for Fitness Passport, giving you and your family discounted access to a wide network of fitness facilities</li> </ul> <p><strong>WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE</strong></p> <p>This role is classified as child related work and therefore a Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to your employment with CEDoW.</p> <p><strong>HOW TO APPLY&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Applicants are to complete an online application which asks to briefly address the selection criteria. Please keep your response to the equivalent of 2 A4 pages in length.</p> <p>To find out more or to have a confidential discussion regarding the role, please contact Greg Trevena on 0417 257 385</p> <p><strong>Applications Close: 19 April 2026 at 11:55pm</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>