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CAREER SUMMARY

Cybersecurity Engineer with 7 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security and IT infrastructure across Queensland. Experienced in security monitoring, vulnerability management, incident response, endpoint security, network security, identity and access management, and security risk assessment. Strong hands-on experience working with Security Operations Centre (SOC) teams, IT infrastructure teams and business stakeholders to identify security threats, investigate incidents and implement effective security controls. Familiar with Australian cybersecurity requirements, security policies, risk management and industry best practices. Strong analytical, troubleshooting and communication skills with a practical approach to protecting systems, networks and business data.

EDUCATION

Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane QLD
Bachelor of Information Technology — Cybersecurity, February 2015 – November 2018

EXPERIENCE

Queensland Digital Services, Brisbane QLD — Cybersecurity Engineer
January 2023 – September 2026

Design, implement and maintain cybersecurity controls across corporate systems, networks, endpoints and cloud environments.

Monitor security alerts and investigate potential cyber threats, suspicious activities and security incidents using SIEM and endpoint security platforms.

Perform vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation activities with infrastructure, application and system administration teams.

Manage endpoint security controls, including antivirus, EDR policies, device compliance and security configuration.

Support identity and access management processes, including user access reviews, privileged access controls and role-based access.

Analyse security logs and investigate abnormal network and system activities to identify potential security incidents.

Assist with incident response activities, including investigation, containment, remediation and post-incident reviews.

Conduct regular security assessments of systems and applications and identify potential vulnerabilities and security gaps.

Develop and maintain security documentation, incident reports, risk registers, technical procedures and security standards.

Work with IT teams to harden servers, workstations, network devices and cloud environments against common security threats.

Support security awareness initiatives and provide guidance to employees and technical teams on cybersecurity best practices.

Participate in security audits and compliance activities and assist with maintaining alignment with organisational security policies and Australian cybersecurity requirements.

Provide technical advice to project teams during the implementation of new applications, infrastructure and technology solutions.

Monitor emerging cybersecurity threats and recommend improvements to security controls and operational processes.

Brisbane Technology Services, Brisbane QLD — Security Analyst / Cybersecurity Engineer
January 2021 – December 2022

Monitored security events and alerts through SIEM and security monitoring platforms.

Investigated suspicious activities, phishing attempts, malware alerts and unauthorised access events.

Performed vulnerability scanning and supported remediation of security vulnerabilities across servers, endpoints and network infrastructure.

Assisted with firewall configuration, network security monitoring and access control reviews.

Supported endpoint protection and EDR deployment across corporate devices.

Performed user access reviews and assisted with account provisioning, deprovisioning and privileged access management.

Maintained security incident records and prepared investigation reports for management and technical teams.

Worked with system administrators and network engineers to investigate security incidents and implement corrective actions.

Assisted with security assessments, penetration testing coordination and remediation tracking.

Supported internal security audits and compliance reviews.

Developed security procedures and technical documentation to improve consistency across security operations.

Provided cybersecurity guidance to employees regarding phishing, password security, MFA and safe handling of sensitive information.

Queensland IT Solutions, Brisbane QLD — IT Security Analyst
January 2019 – December 2020

Provided first-level and second-level support for cybersecurity and IT security issues across corporate environments.

Monitored network and endpoint security alerts and escalated suspicious activities to senior security staff.

Assisted with vulnerability scanning, patch management and security configuration reviews.

Supported firewall, VPN, antivirus and endpoint security administration.

Investigated phishing emails, suspicious files and potential malware incidents.

Assisted with user access management, password policies and multi-factor authentication implementation.

Maintained security documentation, incident records and system configuration information.

Supported regular security audits and compliance activities.

Worked closely with IT infrastructure and service desk teams to resolve security-related incidents.

Participated in security awareness activities and helped improve employee understanding of common cybersecurity risks.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Cybersecurity Operations: Security monitoring, incident response, threat detection, vulnerability management, security investigations, security event analysis

Network Security: Firewalls, VPN, IDS/IPS, network monitoring, TCP/IP, DNS, secure network configuration

Endpoint Security: EDR, antivirus, endpoint protection, device security, security hardening, patch management

Identity & Access Management: Active Directory, Azure AD / Microsoft Entra ID, MFA, RBAC, privileged access management, access reviews

Security Tools: Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, Splunk, CrowdStrike, Nessus, Qualys, Wireshark

Cloud Security: Microsoft Azure, cloud security controls, identity security, security monitoring, access management

Security & Risk: Vulnerability assessment, risk assessment, security policies, security audits, incident reporting, compliance

Operating Systems: Windows Server, Windows 10/11, Linux

Professional Skills: Analytical thinking, problem-solving, incident investigation, communication, documentation, stakeholder management, teamwork and attention to detail

EDUCATION

2015-02 to 2018-11
Bachelor of Information Technology — Cybersecurity — Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane QLD

SKILLS

Cybersecurity | Information Security | Security Engineering | Security Operations | SOC | Incident Response | Threat Detection | Vulnerability Management | Security Monitoring | SIEM | Microsoft Sentinel | Splunk | Microsoft Defender | CrowdStrike | Network Security | Firewall | VPN | IDS/IPS | Endpoint Security | EDR | Identity & Access Management | Active Directory | Microsoft Entra ID | MFA | Privileged Access Management | Azure Security | Cloud Security | Security Hardening | Penetration Testing Support | Risk Assessment | Security Auditing | Threat Analysis | Security Incident Investigation | Patch Management | Security Documentation | Cybersecurity Awareness | Australian Cybersecurity Requirements

Occupation: Cybersecurity Engineer

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Total Experience: 7 years


Skills: Cybersecurity, Security Engineering, Threat Detection, CrowdStrike

Experience: 7 years

Daily rate: AUD 500

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