Who are we?
We’re here to help people live well and create a better and more sustainable future. We support healthy and liveable communities by delivering water, sewerage and recycled water services to 1.77 million people who rely on us every day and every night. At South East Water, we innovate with purpose and act with care to deliver healthy water for life. Fresh thinking and collaboration are at the heart of our organisation. We are constantly learning, embracing the challenges of today and excited by the opportunities that tomorrow will bring.
The role
South East Water’s Vulnerability Assessor will be responsible for identifying, analysing, prioritising and reporting security vulnerabilities across IT infrastructure, applications, and cloud environments.
An important member of the Security Architecture and Engineering team, this role will work closely with the security, technology and business teams to ensure timely remediation of security risks and vulnerabilities, improving overall security posture.
Day-to-day responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Conducting vulnerability scans and assessments across on-prem networks, cloud and OT environments.
- Performing manual validation and analysis of vulnerabilities to reduce false positives.
- Collaborating with Enterprise IT, Operational Technology and development teams to prioritise and remediate vulnerabilities.
- Assessing third-party software and services for security weaknesses and addressing vulnerabilities
- Developing and maintaining vulnerability management policies, processes, and metrics, as well as providing informational updates on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies.
- Supporting security operations and liaising with internal and external stakeholders to remediate reported vulnerabilities
Who are you?
Applicants will ideally possess a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or other related field and have at least three years’ demonstrated work experience in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing or security analysis. Certifications such as OSCP, CEH, GPEN, or CISSP would put your application at an advantage.
Along with the above, you’ll also require the following key skills, knowledge and experience to be considered for this role:
- Proficiency with scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7, CrowdStrike, Defender, Dragos etc.).
- Understanding of common security vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10, CVSS scoring, etc.).
- Experience with cloud security and container security assessments.
- Knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, CIS, MITRE ATT&CK).
- Ability to interpret security findings and communicate risks to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience with penetration testing methodologies and tools (Burp Suite, Metasploit, etc.)
- Experience with scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for security automation.
Candidates should also be able to obtain security clearance as needed.
What's in it for you?
Working at South East Water means you can enjoy a wealth of benefits, starting with the chance to be part of an organisation deeply committed to environmental initiatives and sustainability; one who has been recognised as one of the top 101 Workplaces for Women in Australia by Work180 for the past two consecutive years.
South East Water cultivates a dynamic culture that emphasises collaboration and strong work ethics, supported by career-focused learning and development opportunities.
As a SEW employee, you can enjoy the following offerings from our benefits package:
- Access to My Fitness Passport, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), annual flu shots, and health checks.
- Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options and leave purchasing.
- Life insurance and salary continuance.
- 15 weeks paid parental leave and paid superannuation on eligible portions of unpaid parental leave.
- Additional leave offerings, such as cultural and ceremonial leave and study leave.
- Head office with modern facilities and panoramic beachfront views, a separate parents' room, a prayer and meditation room, an onsite cafe, and free parking.
- Opportunity to be part of great initiatives involving the local community
This role is remunerated at a Level 5, which is between $112,377 and $125,011 + super and offers are commensurate with the successful candidates' experience.
We're for everyone
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. It makes us better learners, thinkers and collaborators, helping create better outcomes for our customers.
We are deeply committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ individuals, people with disability and jobseekers of all ages and cultures. We aim to provide an inclusive, accessible workplace where everyone is welcome, safe, and celebrated. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, please reach out to our Talent team at careers@southeastwater.com.au.
Keen to make an impact?
Click here to check out the position description. We're accepting applications for this exciting opportunity until Sunday 13 July 2025!
To be considered for this opportunity, you must hold unrestricted working rights for the period of employment at the time of application. Successful candidates will also be required to undergo a number of pre-employment checks, including a police records check
South East Water operates a 24/7 service environment. Whilst this role does not involve after-hours rostered duty, all employees may be required to provide out of hours support from time to time as required.
Visit southeastwater.com.au to learn more about us and how we serve our customers.