# GSOC Engineer

> The Missing Link · North Sydney, Australia (Hybrid) · — · Posted 2026-06-30

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** Security Operations

## Description

Are you passionate about cyber security and ready to work with one of the world’s leading edge security platforms? We are looking for a **GSOC Engineer** to join our high-performing Security Operations team, helping protect clients through cutting-edge Cloudflare technologies.

The GSOC Engineer is responsible for deploying, designing and delivering implementation for the projects and assisting with the client setups including but not limited to fine tuning for a range of clients from various industry verticals and will be a proficient Security Engineer with expert knowledge of Cloud platforms, SSE landscape, systems and/or networks and architectural frameworks and approaches. 

### About Us

At The Missing Link, we don’t just keep up with the pace of technology - we set it. With 28+ years of innovation, a team of 200+ specialists, and the backing of global powerhouse Infosys, we’ve become one of Australia’s most awarded IT providers.

We help businesses move faster with cutting-edge Cyber Security, IT & Cloud, and AI & Automation solutions. And we are growing fast.

### What you will be doing

-   Act as a subject matter expert (SME) on Cloudflare services (WAF, CDN, Zero Trust, DDoS, etc.).
-   The Senior Engineer is involved in consulting with clients and gathering requirements, performing research into holistic integrated solutions and the creation of design documents and other project deliverable artefacts.
-   Design and lead implementations, including success criteria definition, test planning, execution support, and outcome articulation
-   Configure and manage Cloudflare services such as:

-   Web Application Firewall (WAF)
-   DDoS protection
-   Bot Management
-   Zero Trust (Access, Gateway, Tunnel)
-   CDN and caching rules

-   Optimize traffic routing using Load Balancing and Argo Smart Routing
-   Develop custom WAF rules and managed rule tuning
-   Ensure alignment with organizational security standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST)
-   Collaborate with internal teams and work closely with our vendor partner to resolve issues and enhance security outcomes
-   Monitor traffic using:

-   Cloudflare analytics
-   Logs (via SIEM tools like Sentinel, Splunk)

-   Investigate security events, including:

-   DDoS attacks
-   Layer 7 attacks
-   Bot abuse or credential stuffing

-   Respond to incidents by:

-   Updating rules
-   Blocking malicious traffic
-   Coordinating with Cloudflare support if needed

-   Automate Cloudflare configurations using:

-   Terraform
-   Cloudflare API and scripts

-   Implement CI/CD pipelines for security rule deployment
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## Requirements

### What you bring

-   Strong understanding of:

-   HTTP/HTTPS, TCP/IP, DNS
-   Web security (OWASP Top 10)

-   Experience with Cloudflare platform tools
-   Familiarity with scripting (Python, Bash)
-   Knowledge of IAM and Zero Trust architectures
-   5+ years’ experience in a SOC/GSOC or security operations environment
-   Deep expertise (or strong exposure) to modern edge security platforms
-   Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) and modern infrastructure
-   Exposure to or strong interest in modern edge security platforms
-   Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
-   Ability to work collaboratively with technical teams and external partners

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**Experience, Qualifications & Skills**

-   Cloudflare One training and certification progression is expected as part of the role
-   Cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Architect, GCP Engineer)
-   Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP)
-   Networking certifications (CCNP/CCIE)
-   Experience implementing solution designs to recognised frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST CSF

**What’s in it for you**

-   Work with a leading cyber security team and a strategic vendor partnership
-   Opportunity to develop deep expertise in modern edge security solutions
-   Exposure to a wide range of client environments from SMB through to enterprise
-   Ongoing training, certification and career development opportunities

If you’re looking to build your career in cyber security and work with innovative technologies, we would love to hear from you.

## Benefits

We are serious about culture and it’s not just lip service. Here’s what you can expect:

-   Support to grow - structured onboarding, mentoring, and career development
-   Flexibility - hybrid working and the tools to do your best work anywhere
-   A respected name - we’ve got the creds, the awards, and the backing of Infosys
-   A place where you are seen - we celebrate wins, recognise effort and value diverse perspectives
-   Events, training, team days - because connection fuels success

## Apply

[Apply at The Missing Link](https://apply.workable.com/the-missing-link/j/91493B7D0D/apply)

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