_{30th October, 2025}

• Contract length: Initial 12 months with two 12-month extension options
• Work locations: ACT and VIC | Hybrid working arrangements
• Security clearance: Must hold or be able to obtain NV2 or TSPV clearance, and willing to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA)
• Key technical skills: Penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, Active Directory exploitation, web application security, and automation scripting

  
Join a high-performing cyber security team delivering critical national security outcomes. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in safeguarding Australia’s most sensitive systems by identifying vulnerabilities, simulating adversary tradecraft, and strengthening defensive capabilities across government environments. This is a rare opportunity to contribute your expertise to projects of national importance, working alongside some of the brightest minds in cyber defence.
  
Your duties will include:

• Conducting infrastructure and web application penetration testing across classified and unclassified systems
• Assessing security controls against the Australian Government’s Information Security Manual (ISM)
• Simulating advanced adversary techniques to test prevention and detection capabilities
• Identifying and exploiting weaknesses in Microsoft Active Directory and Azure AD environments
• Assessing vulnerabilities in web applications and APIs aligned with OWASP Top 10 standards
• Developing and automating custom tools to support ongoing assessment activities

  
Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in infrastructure and/or web application penetration testing
• Strong understanding of the Australian Government’s ISM and associated security frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to assess, identify, and exploit vulnerabilities in enterprise environments
• Experience with scripting and automation tools such as PowerShell, Python, or JavaScript
• Relevant professional certifications such as OSCP, GPEN, GWAPT, or equivalent highly regarded
• Experience developing custom security tools and working in classified or enclaved networks

  
Application Process
If you would like to apply, please contact Deep Ahluwalia on 0413109712 or email Deep.ahluwalia@effectivepeople.com.au
  

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