Security Engineer

Overview Gallagher is a global leader in Insurance broking, risk management and consulting, with over 52,000 employees worldwide in over 130 countries.
We have a global reach with a local presence and pride ourselves on being a socially responsible and an ethical organisation expressed through our Shared Values, The Gallagher Way.
We are proud to have been awarded one of Insurance Business Australia Top Insurance Employers and Forbes Best Employer for Women.
The purpose of the role will be working closely with the IT Security Manager and the broader IT teams to implement and maintain effective security measures across our organization.
You will assist in the development, deployment, and management of security solutions, as well as provide support for security incidents and investigations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in the field of cybersecurity and contribute to the overall security posture of our role will be within the Global Cyber Information Security (GCIS) team with a primary focus of protecting all Gallagher divisions interests in the APAC region.
*Security Clearance It is mandatory you hold Australian Citizenship and have Baseline Security Clearance.
Gallagher can arrange the application but failure to receive the clearance will mean forfeiting the role.
Key Responsibilities: Configuration Assist the global GCIS team in the configuration and management of global security appliances and applications in the region, including Web Application Firewall, Qualys Vulnerability Scanners, Data Loss Prevention, Endpoint Detection & Response, Intrusion Prevention Systems, AJG Azure security features, SIEM Aggregators, Web Proxy, InTune endpoint policies, Email Security and Perimeter Networks, CASB, etc.
Assist in the configuration and management of Divisional enclaves in the region, including cloud security features, Data Loss Prevention, Endpoint Detection & Response, Intrusion Prevention Systems.
Operations Assist the APAC IT Security Manager in support of Gallagher's hosted client systems (including all Azure & AWS cloud environments): Ensuring reactive compliance: Responding to escalated internal security alerts ( SOC alerts etc) Responding to escalated Managed Service Providers alerts.
Monitoring security events, capacity and access logs to satisfy contractual requirements.
Through formal change processes, proactively: Mitigating vulnerability findings Assisting with internal and external audits.
Liaising with outsourced contract staff, suppliers and vendors to implement security patching of systems Performance of Ad-Hoc vulnerability assessment and penetration testing as required and post changes.
Investigations Providing 3rd level security expertise to client issues believed to be security related Undertaking investigations as required.
These may include assisting with forensics, manager e-discoveries, level 3 SOC incidents.
Assist as required for M&A activities and risk assessments.
Stakeholder engagement Assisting APAC Cloud Security Manager in secure configuration of AJG Azure tenancy APAC instances and subscriptions Working with APAC Division's Infrastructure teams in peer review and co-ordination of security operation changes in region: Directing and applying vendor supplied patches Configuration changes to appliances and systems Working with global Project Managers to ensure GCIS projects are successful: Validating global assumptions - business/technical requirements Redefining roadmaps and schedules, taking into account GCIS and divisional resource constraints Co-ordinating local meetings with the appropriate subject matter experts and stakeholders Confirming divisional User Acceptance Testing is signed-off Ensure training workshops, stakeholder and end user communications are in included Ensure successful handover of project deliverables to operations.
Qualifications/Experiences: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems.
3years+ experience in Cyber Security Engineering.
Strong understanding of networking concepts, operating systems, and security principles.
Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001, Australian Government PSPF / ISM.
Wide experience in security technologies Proven experience in security incident investigations & problem solving.
Familiarity with cloud-based storage and computing platforms such as Azure, AWS, and GCP Demonstrated experience in mentoring junior staff.
Very good stakeholder management skills are required to schedule and prioritise with the multiple IT teams across all APAC divisions.
Experience in executive report writing – manager e-discovery investigations summaries Desirable accreditations: CISSP, CISM or CCSP Gallagher Benefits – we offer great benefits and career development opportunities including tuition assistance; career development and training to build a personalised career pathway; wellbeing offerings; employee assistance program; additional weeks' Lifestyle leave; Gallagher Rewards for discounts at 400+ major retailers; Employee Stock Purchase Plan to invest in the company's growth potential; paid Volunteering days; and salary scarified superannuation options.
Apply now via our careers website, or for further information, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at Any offer of employment and subsequent continuing employment is dependent upon the satisfactory completion of background checks by Gallagher or by an external third party provider.
Gallagher is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to the principles of workplace diversity and inclusion.
We welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices.
We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.
Compensation and benefits On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.
Below are the minimum core benefits you'll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: 4 weeks annual leave plus up to 2 weeks additional purchased Lifestyle Leave Novated Leasing opportunities Two paid volunteer days annually Health Insurance Discounts with our Group Insurance Plan Employee Stock Purchase Program Paid parental leave Other benefits include: Flexible and hybrid work arrangements Mental Health and Wellbeing Support for yourself and immediate family members Employee Recognition Awards and Service Milestone Recognitions Peer Support Program Annual flu vaccinations Access to Reward Gateway – discount offers at over 350 retailers!