Cyber Security Analyst

Cyber Security Analyst

Location: Canberra, ACT
Security Clearance: Must have proof of Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) security clearance
Contract Type: Contract until 31/12/2025 + 24 months of extensions

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Specialist to play a crucial role in monitoring, analysing, and responding to cyber threats. You will work within a high-security environment, protecting key ICT systems by identifying risks, implementing security measures, and ensuring incident response best practices are followed.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and analyse cyber security data to identify threats and determine the root cause of attacks.

• Implement security actions to counter threats and restore system operations.

• Collaborate with internal ICT teams and business areas to communicate security limitations and produce relevant reports.

• Conduct cyber threat hunting exercises and provide threat intelligence to the team.

• Participate in mentoring and training initiatives.

• Assist in the development of standard operating procedures for cyber security incident response.

Required Skills and Experience

Mandatory:

• Experience using Sentinel or a similar Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solution.

• Familiarity with the Australian Government Information Security Manual.

• Understanding of best practice cyber security monitoring processes.

• Experience in cyber incident response.

Desirable:

• Experience in cyber security monitoring within, or for, other Federal government entities.