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Senior Security Operations Engineer | Splunk

The Missing Link

Responsibilities

  • This is a hands-on, project-focused security role requiring a strong SOC background, particularly Splunk detection engineering, combined with broader security engineering capability.[](https://outlook.office365.com/owa/?ItemID=AAMkADg1MGUzYWFlLTY3OGQtNDg2OC05ZmI4LTJjNzgyNTRhNGQ5MgBGAAAAAADIf1Lu23ZFTbI%2babHN4Jt7BwAjRUIQ8k01SbYDt0qhhliHAAAAAAEMAAAjRUIQ8k01SbYDt0qhhliHAADOSf7UAAA%3d&exvsurl=1&viewmodel=ReadMessageItem)[](https://themissinglink.sharepoint.com/sites/client/UniSuper/_layouts/15/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7B58046243-73E3-41EB-8771-FD830FE53753%7D&file=261001%20Staff%20Augmentation%20Requisition%20form%20-%20UniSuper.docx&action=default&mobileredirect=true&DefaultItemOpen=1)
  • You will bring an operational security lens to several key security initiatives and help ensure solutions integrate effectively with existing monitoring, detection and response processes.
  • Splunk detection engineering and security monitoring
  • Support Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) initiatives
  • Support Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) initiatives
  • Develop and improve vulnerability management and remediation processes
  • Develop and refine vulnerability remediation escalation processes
  • Ensure security initiatives are operationally practical
  • Support effective integration with SOC monitoring, detection and response processes[](https://outlook.office365.com/owa/?ItemID=AAMkADg1MGUzYWFlLTY3OGQtNDg2OC05ZmI4LTJjNzgyNTRhNGQ5MgBGAAAAAADIf1Lu23ZFTbI%2babHN4Jt7BwAjRUIQ8k01SbYDt0qhhliHAAAAAAEMAAAjRUIQ8k01SbYDt0qhhliHAADOSf7UAAA%3d&exvsurl=1&viewmodel=ReadMessageItem)[](https://themissinglink.sharepoint.com/sites/client/UniSuper/_layouts/15/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7B58046243-73E3-41EB-8771-FD830FE53753%7D&file=261001%20Staff%20Augmentation%20Requisition%20form%20-%20UniSuper.docx&action=default&mobileredirect=true&DefaultItemOpen=1)

Requirements

  • You will be an experienced security professional who can combine strong technical capability with sound operational judgement and clear communication.
  • Strong Security Operations / SOC background
  • Hands-on Splunk detection engineering experience
  • Strong security engineering capability
  • SaaS engineering knowledge
  • Experience working across security monitoring, detection and response
  • Understanding of vulnerability management and remediation
  • Strong logic, problem-solving and practical decision-making skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills[](https://outlook.office365.com/owa/?ItemID=AAMkADg1MGUzYWFlLTY3OGQtNDg2OC05ZmI4LTJjNzgyNTRhNGQ5MgBGAAAAAADIf1Lu23ZFTbI%2babHN4Jt7BwAjRUIQ8k01SbYDt0qhhliHAAAAAAEMAAAjRUIQ8k01SbYDt0qhhliHAADOSf7UAAA%3d&exvsurl=1&viewmodel=ReadMessageItem)[](https://themissinglink.sharepoint.com/sites/client/UniSuper/_layouts/15/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7B58046243-73E3-41EB-8771-FD830FE53753%7D&file=261001%20Staff%20Augmentation%20Requisition%20form%20-%20UniSuper.docx&action=default&mobileredirect=true&DefaultItemOpen=1)

Preferred

  • Exposure to DSPM
  • Exposure to CSPM
  • Experience developing security operational processes
  • Experience working within complex enterprise environments

Senior Security Operations Engineer | Splunk

The Missing Link · Melbourne, Australia (Hybrid) · Contract · Posted 2026-10-12

About The Missing Link

  • The Missing Link is an award-winning IT and Cyber Security organisation with over 20 years’ experience delivering innovative technology solutions to Australian businesses.
  • Our Staff Augmentation practice connects highly skilled technology professionals with leading organisations requiring specialist capability to support critical projects and transformation initiatives.
  • We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Security Operations Engineer to support a major Australian financial services organisation on an initial 6 month engagement.

Desirable

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Benefits

  • Work with a leading Australian financial services organisation
  • High-impact security project environment
  • Hybrid Melbourne working arrangement
  • Opportunity to work across multiple security disciplines
  • Competitive daily contract rate

Apply Now

  • If you are an experienced Security Operations Engineer with strong Splunk detection engineering capability and are available for a Melbourne-based contract, we’d like to hear from you.
  • Apply now with your latest CV and availability.

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