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A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for an Application Security Solution Architect reporting to Senior Manager Security Architecture

A bit about your role

This role is responsible for delivering secure application solution architecture, working closely with business stakeholders, delivery teams and technology partners to align security requirements with business objectives and technology roadmaps. You will define secure application designs, assess APIs and identity and access controls, and apply threat modelling to modern application architectures and cloud applications. You will embed security into the software development lifecycle and DevSecOps practices, address software vulnerabilities, and guide the protection of application data, secrets and software supply chains. The role combines strategic thinking and practical problem-solving to evaluate emerging technologies, including AI-enabled applications, manage architectural risks, and support scalable, sustainable solutions through effective collaboration and security governance.

A bit about you

The ideal candidate will have experience in application security architecture or a related field, with the ability to translate business needs into practical, secure application designs and deliver complex outcomes within established frameworks. You will bring sound judgement, strong stakeholder collaboration and the ability to communicate security risks and design decisions clearly to technical and non-technical audiences. The knowledge areas below reflect the relative importance of the skills required for this role. A relevant diploma, degree, or equivalent professional experience, along with certifications, licences, or specialist training where applicable, will be highly regarded.

Critical knowledge areas: Strong practical knowledge of secure application architecture; API security; identity and access management (IAM), authentication and authorisation; threat modelling; modern application architecture; secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevSecOps; cloud application security; and OWASP guidance and software vulnerabilities.

High-importance knowledge areas: Applied knowledge of data security; secrets management, cryptography and public key infrastructure (PKI); Kubernetes and container security; and software supply-chain security.

High / emerging knowledge area: AI application security, with the ability to assess security risks and apply appropriate controls to AI-enabled applications.

Medium-importance supporting knowledge areas: Working knowledge of penetration testing, network security, and security operations practices and incident response, sufficient to collaborate with specialists and incorporate relevant findings into application designs.

Application Process

You may find that your experience does not match every requirement listed but, if this role has piqued your interest or resonates with where you are in your career, we encourage you to apply rather than self-select out. We are interested in transferable skills and your skills and perspective could be exactly what we would value to strengthen our team.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women.

Equal Opportunities for All

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing recruitment@nbnco.com.au or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at +61 2 8918 9990. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Please note that this role is a permanent opportunity and applications will close at midnight on Thursday, 26th November.

To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.

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