Cryptography Security Engineer

Salary: $150 - $185ph (inc-Super) - weekly pay options

• 12 + 12 + 12 month contract - February 2027 start
• TSPV Security Clearance required
• ACT address - onsite 40hrs per week
• Design, deploy and configure cryptographic services

Our client, a Federal Government intelligence agency responsible for foreign signals intelligence, cyber security and offensive cyber operations, require the services of a Cryptography Security Engineer.

Duties of the Cryptography Security Engineer

• Design, deploy & configure enterprise key management infrastructure & supporting cryptographic services;
• Implement cryptographic key lifecycle processes including generation, storage, rotation, archival, recovery & destruction;
• Configure & support Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) & associated cryptographic services;
• Implement encryption key management controls across enterprise systems & platforms;
• Support cryptographic solution testing, validation & operational readiness activities;
• Develop engineering standards, operational procedures & implementation guidance;
• Ensure cryptographic services meet availability, performance & resilience requirements;
• Integrate KMS capabilities with enterprise platforms, applications & infrastructure services;
• Implement secure API-based integrations supporting cryptographic operations.

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven experience in the Implementation & support of cryptographic solutions within enterprise or government environments, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) operations & certificate lifecycle management;
• Experience with encryption technologies used to protect data at rest & in transit, including device administration & Hardware Security Modules (HSMs).

How to Apply
For a copy of the full job description, including the application instructions, please get in touch with Ben at Recruitment Hive by clicking the Quick Apply button. Alternatively you can reach Ben on (02) 6299 1006 to discuss further.

Please note that applications close on Wednesday the 7th of October 2026 at 11am.

Recruitment Hive welcome late applications to be considered for future opportunities.

Job ID: BC678652 | LH-07708

We Value Diversity
The Recruitment Hive is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognise the value of diverse perspectives and experience and are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. We encourage people with disability, indigenous, veterans and people of all backgrounds and abilities to express their interest in this role.