Senior Network Security Engineer
About the job
- Comprehensive knowledge of networking and network security principles, with the ability to apply this knowledge to complex customer environments.
- Experience in incident response, troubleshooting, and fault resolution.
- Experience in network operations and support, with the ability to provide technical leadership and guidance.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively in writing and verbally.
- Ability to manage time, prioritize, and handle competing priorities.
- Documentation skills, including creating technical procedures and network diagrams.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound technical judgment, and take ownership of outcomes.
- Lead, deliver, and support technical solutions for customers.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, acting as the first point of escalation for issues and challenges.
- Perform incident investigation and analysis to assess severity and impact.
- Diagnose complex faults and lead the development and implementation of effective resolutions.
- Proactively identify risks and opportunities for improvement, recommending changes to maintain security, resilience, and alignment with best practice.
- Ensure compliance with established change management practices when implementing changes.
- Provide technical leadership to ensure the effective, secure, and reliable delivery of network security services.
- Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation, ensuring rapid response and service delivery during critical incidents.
- Maintain and promote accurate technical documentation.
About the company
DEFEND is an independent cyber security partner delivering outsourced consulting and managed services across ANZ. It covers auditing and compliance (NIST), virtual CISO services, cloud and data centre connectivity, network security, secure coding, endpoint protection, threat education, and business continuity planning. It works by deploying skilled security professionals to provide advisory, ongoing managed programs, and procurement support, guided by standardized frameworks. Its goal is to help customers access the right people, processes, and technology to prevent and mitigate cyber-attacks and maintain business continuity, with a focus on end-user threat management and practical risk reduction.
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Headquarters
Upper Harbour, New Zealand
Founded
2017
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 21, 2026 app updates added AI Object Tracking, 2-Way Audio, and alarms.
- Nearly 50% of users already pay for DEFEND Plus, validating subscription monetization.
- Tactacam's sale process signals strategic value and could accelerate product investment in 2026.
What critics are saying
- Reuters reported Tactacam explored a sale on February 17, 2026, creating leadership uncertainty.
- DEFEND 360 works only in the United States, limiting international expansion and revenue.
- Ring and Arlo commoditize camera hardware, squeezing margins as AI features standardize by 2027.
What makes DEFEND unique
- Tactacam DEFEND sells LTE cellular cameras that work without Wi-Fi or routers.
- DEFEND 360 adds 360° pan-tilt control, solar power, and app-based management.
- Tactacam couples hardware with recurring DEFEND Plus subscriptions and dealer-led distribution.
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Health Insurance
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Hybrid Work Options
Flexible Work Hours
Home Office Stipend
Wellness Program
Company News
Israeli startup D-Fend announced a $31 million funding round led by Israel Growth Partners (IGP), with participation from Vertex Ventures and Vertex Growth. This brings the company's total funding to $67 million. D-Fend specializes in developing defense systems against drones.
Cybersecurity is a fast-growing areas for telcos.