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Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.
From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.
Location: Canberra, Sydney or Melbourne based
OUR BENEFITS
In addition to interesting, engaging opportunities that impact at scale, and ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, Thales Cyber can offer you:
Competitive remuneration structure
Hybrid and flexible working options under the Thales Flex program
Paid parental leave and family support through Parents at Work
The day off on your birthday each year
Novated Lease options
Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities
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ABOUT THALES
Thales delivers cybersecurity products and services that keep people and assets safe, giving organisations confidence in the security of their digital journeys. Our solutions are deployed in 148 countries, helping governments to maintain sovereignty, and organisations to preserve their strategic autonomy.
Thales is a global leader in cybersecurity - no.1 in data security - with 6,000+ experts and developers. We bring trust and resilience to key industries including finance, health, retail and manufacturing, as well as vital sectors such as aerospace, critical infrastructure, defence and space.
YOUR ROLE
As a Senior Consultant, Data Security you’ll design and implement advanced data security controls across CipherTrust, Microsoft Purview, HSMs, PKI, encryption, tokenisation, and secrets management. You’ll lead data security assessments using DSPM and Purview, uplift client maturity, and deliver practical, standards-aligned outcomes across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
What you’ll do
Lead data security engagements across encryption, key management, PKI and governance
Implement Microsoft Purview (Information Protection, DLP, Insider Risk, Data Lifecycle)
Deliver DSPM-led data discovery and remediation roadmaps
Design secure backup, recovery and resilience controls
Integrate CipherTrust, HSMs and cryptographic services into complex environments
What You’ll Bring:
Demonstrated experience in data security or security architecture
Strong hands-on capability with CipherTrust and Microsoft Purview
Experience with encryption, tokenisation, PKI, HSMs and secrets management
Cloud security knowledge across Azure, AWS and GCP
Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, CIS and ISM frameworks
Strong stakeholder engagement and consulting presence
Australian citizenship with ability to obtain NV2 clearance (NV1 advantageous)
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY
After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and depending on the role type, medical checks as well.
Please note: The Talent Acquisition team are taking time to recharge over Christmas from 19th December 2025 to 5th January 2026. You can still apply as normal, but responses and application reviews will resume once we return in January. Thank you for your patience and we wish you a wonderful holiday season.
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