Cyber Security Technical SME – Access Management
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Identity & Access Management Specialist – NV2 Required Defence Program | Canberra | Long-term Contract
A major Defence program is seeking an experienced Identity & Access Management (IAM) Specialist to strengthen authentication services, uplift identity governance, and secure complex AD and hybrid environments. This role sits within a high-assurance ecosystem and requires an active NV2 security clearance.
Key Responsibilities
Desirable
We are an inclusive employer committed to fostering a diverse and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
A major Defence program is seeking an experienced Identity & Access Management (IAM) Specialist to strengthen authentication services, uplift identity governance, and secure complex AD and hybrid environments. This role sits within a high-assurance ecosystem and requires an active NV2 security clearance.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert advice on the design, configuration, and management of Active Directory (AD) and IAM platforms.
- Implement and maintain privileged access controls, GPOs, delegation models, and RBAC.
- Support remediation of audit, risk, and identity governance findings.
- Conduct access reviews, segregation-of-duties checks, and AD security hardening.
- Work with governance and risk teams to ensure compliance with ISM, PSPF, and Defence security requirements.
- Contribute to identity uplift initiatives across authentication, federation, and identity lifecycle management.
- Produce high-quality documentation, including standards, patterns, and runbooks.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in cybersecurity or a related discipline, with the ability to work autonomously in secure environments.
- Deep expertise in Active Directory administration: domain/forest design, GPOs, trusts, delegation, and secure configurations.
- Strong understanding of Kerberos/NTLM, authentication flows, and directory hardening.
- Experience managing hybrid identity (AD + Azure AD/Entra ID).
- Skilled in identity federation (SAML, OAuth, OIDC) and MFA/Conditional Access.
- Strong knowledge of Privileged Access Management (PAM) tools (CyberArk, Delinea).
- Experience with identity lifecycle (JML), RBAC, and privileged access controls.
- Ability to investigate identity-related incidents, including credential abuse and authentication failures.
- Proficient in UNIX/Linux administration (user/group management, sudoers, SSH hardening, LDAP/Kerberos/SSSD/Winbind integration).
- Strong troubleshooting across Windows, Linux, and authentication ecosystems.
- Skilled in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, APIs).
- Familiarity with key frameworks: ASD Essential Eight, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls.
Desirable
- Experience with Zero Trust identity, advanced AD security, or IGA platforms.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC.
- Background in Defence
We are an inclusive employer committed to fostering a diverse and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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Where is the Cyber Security Technical SME – Access Management job located?
The Cyber Security Technical SME – Access Management role with e2 Cyber is based in Canberra, ACT, AU. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Cyber Security Technical SME – Access Management role remote?
Yes — the Cyber Security Technical SME – Access Management position at e2 Cyber is hybrid. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
What does the Cyber Security Technical SME – Access Management role pay?
e2 Cyber lists the Cyber Security Technical SME – Access Management role at AUD 140–150 per hour.
Is the Cyber Security Technical SME – Access Management role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at e2 Cyber.
What experience level is the Cyber Security Technical SME – Access Management role?
The Cyber Security Technical SME – Access Management position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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