1 Lead Cyber Vulnerability Specialist - Splunk / Assessments - Federal GOVT!

HiTech Group
ACTFull time

Listed 24 Sep 2026

  • Long-term Federal Government contract!
  • Canberra-based onsite role in high-stakes Cyber Security space!
  • Rewarding hourly rates $$

One of Australia's leading Federal Government agencies is looking to engage an experienced Lead Cyber Vulnerability Specialist (Lead Cyber Specialist) to strengthen cyber resilience across a complex enterprise ICT environment. The successful Cyber Vulnerability Specialist will be offered an initial 12-month contract with 2 x 12-month extension options, working onsite in Canberra.

The successful Cyber Vulnerability Specialist will play a key role in identifying, assessing and prioritising cyber security vulnerabilities while providing risk-based advice to protect critical government systems and services.

The successful Cyber Vulnerability Specialist will be responsible for, but not limited to:

  • Assess and prioritise cyber security vulnerabilities.
  • Conduct risk-based vulnerability assessments.
  • Perform vulnerability scanning and analysis.
  • Provide cyber security advice to stakeholders.
  • Support secure development and cyber governance.
  • Investigate security events and emerging threats.

The successful Cyber Vulnerability Specialist will have experience in the following:

  • Demonstrated experience in cyber vulnerability management.
  • Strong experience with Tenable vulnerability platforms.
  • Experience using Splunk for security investigations.
  • Knowledge of secure development and DevSecOps practices.
  • Strong cyber risk assessment and communication skills.
  • Experience within Government or highly regulated environments.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile Federal Government cyber security program, protecting critical ICT systems and supporting enterprise-wide vulnerability management. The successful Cyber Vulnerability Specialist will be offered an initial 12-month contract with 2 x 12-month extension options and rewarding hourly rates $.

If you have the required skills and experience, APPLY NOW. Please forward your application to ******************* quoting reference number AO0038