Senior Security Consultant

Mott MacDonald

AUonsitePosted Jul 20, 2026
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About the role

Location

Sydney, Australia

Country

Australia

Contract type

Permanent

Work pattern

Part Time, Full Time

Market

Buildings

Discipline

Information technology

Job ref

15574

Recruiter contact

Jigyasa Sharma

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Your Opportunity

Due to exciting upcoming projects, we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Security Consultant to be part of our Digital Technology team in Australia. You will be joining a diverse team of consultants, designers and engineers who are passionate about what they do, with a proven track record of guiding our projects and client strategies to great outcomes. We deliver innovative electronic and digital system solutions that help make buildings smarter, more enjoyable and more secure. This role is Sydney based.

You will:

Liaise with stakeholders and develop detailed user requirements

Develop physical and electronic security, systems Integration (when needed), ICT and supporting technical designs to meet user requirements

Verify design against relevant standards, criteria and user requirements

Provide coordination and project support to internal teams

Provide project support to relevant stakeholders during the construction phase

Assist in the identification of new technologies and systems to provide better user outcomes

Support the development of strong client relationships through high quality work delivery, professionalism and collaborative nature

About you

Mandatory requirements:

Bachelor degree or diploma in technology based discipline such as electrical engineering, IT, systems engineering or similar.

2-5 years of experience years in security consulting and system design.

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficient with the following software packages:

Microsoft Office/365

Visio

Bluebeam

NSW security licence holder (Class 2A)

Desirable Experience

Passionate about using technology to deliver usable and innovative security solutions to enhance user experience and reduce impact on business operations.

Experienced in designing and delivering mixed technology systems and using systems integration techniques within the built environment

Have an eye for detail and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Strong technical, oral and written skills

Interest in developing their User Experience (UX) and Human Centred Design (HCD / HF) skill sets with integrated security technology systems

concepts.

Building systems integration experience

Proficient with, or experience in using, the following software packages:

CCTV modelling tools such as JVSG

AutoCAD

Revit

Sketchup

Key Skills

Curious, experimental, and proactive mindset towards digital innovation.

Collaborative working style with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Strong communication skills, able to explain technical workflows to non-technical users.

Comfortable working in an iterative, prototype-driven environment.

Our company, values, and benefits

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.

We offer a range of diverse benefits and facilities to make this a great place to be, including:

Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly

Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees

Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more

Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development

You've got this!

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees . Please apply if you are interested !

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