- 1-year max term fulltime contract
- Option to be based in South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia or NSW
- Build technology that safeguards what matters most
At BaptistCare, technology isn’t just about systems — it’s about protecting people, empowering services, and enabling communities to thrive.
We’re seeking an experienced IT Security Engineer to play a pivotal role in shaping secure, resilient, and scalable technology across a newly unified, national organisation. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a major cyber uplift program while contributing to meaningful work that genuinely impacts lives.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Cyber & Infrastructure, you’ll be a key member of the Cyber team, responsible for securing BaptistCare critical systems and sensitive information.
This is a hands‑on technical role where you will:
- Provide timely and effective support across servers, networking, hosting environments, and security platforms
- Deploy, configure, and maintain security controls to proactively manage cyber risks
- Contribute to organisation‑wide cyber uplift initiatives, improving controls, processes, and security maturity
- Support Microsoft platform work, including Microsoft Purview, M365 security, Azure security configuration, Microsoft Sentinel & Defender, and broader Microsoft ecosystem enhancements
- Support cloud security operations, including implementation, configuration and optimisation of Netskope cloud security
- Implement infrastructure and security initiatives aligned to best‑practice frameworks such as ASD Essential 8 and NIST including Patch/ Vulnerability Management, Access management and security administration.
- Maintain accurate documentation and follow structured change management processes
- Work collaboratively with broader Information & Digital teams to ensure systems remain secure, stable, and well‑governed
About You
You’re an experienced infrastructure and cyber security professional who thrives in a hands‑on environment — someone who can troubleshoot complex issues, implement robust security controls, and support a diverse technology landscape with confidence.
You’ll bring:
- A degree in IT or equivalent experience (minimum 5 years)
- 3–5 years’ experience across cyber security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management
- Experience working in project environments, including time‑sensitive initiatives and BAU support
- Involvement in cyber uplift programs, with a strong understanding of modern security
- Hands‑on technical capability across Microsoft platforms, including Microsoft Purview, Azure, M365 security, and related technologies
- Experience with cloud security tools such as Netskope
- Strong knowledge of cloud security technologies (Azure, AWS, GCP)
- Experience administering Microsoft technologies including AAD/ADFS, Office 365, Active Directory, Group Policy, Azure, and cloud connectivity
- Ability to identify and implement remediation actions from penetration tests, health checks, and vulnerability assessments
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
- Collaborative mindset, with experience working across broader IT teams
Why Join BaptistCare?
Purpose‑driven work. Enterprise‑scale impact. Real benefits.
Join BaptistCare and design secure, scalable technology for a national care organisation — with flexible work, generous salary packaging, wellbeing support and a culture that genuinely values its people. To find out more visit: Employee Benefits
About Us
BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.
We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.
That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 78,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. The closing date is subject to change without notice.
Successful candidates will be subject to a variety of background checks including a national criminal history check, reference checks and, if applicable, WWCC, NDIS worker screening check and a pre-employment medical.
BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.
Recruitment Agencies Please note: This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Thank you.
