Cyber Security Analyst (ACT, NSW)

Job Description

We are seeking a Security Analyst to strengthen security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response capabilities within the organisation. This role requires expertise in Security environments, security monitoring tools, and advanced threat detection methodologies, along with a strong understanding of relevant cybersecurity frameworks. Key Responsibilities: Security Monitoring and Incident Response: Actively monitor enterprise security systems, analyse alerts, and respond to potential threats to maintain system integrity and security. Risk Identification and Mitigation: Assess risks across environments, including software vulnerabilities, hardware updates, and security tool configurations, ensuring security measures are up to date and effective. Providing Advice on Industry Standards and Best Practices: Offer expert guidance on security frameworks such as DSPF, ISM, NIST CSF, CMMC, C2M2, and ISO 27001 to ensure compliance and best practices. Process Improvement and Optimisation: Identify opportunities to enhance security operations and Business-As-Usual (BAU) activities to improve efficiency and response effectiveness. Reviewing and Providing Recommendations on Security Documentation: Assess and provide feedback on security policies, High-Level Design (HLD) documentation, As-Built-As-Configured (ABAC) documentation, and Validation Plans to ensure alignment with security objectives. Skills and Experience: A degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH). 2-5 years of experience as a Security Analyst. Experience with SOC operations, including incident triage, analysis, and response. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Experience with the following security technologies is highly desirable: Elastic / ELK Stack, Fortinet Technologies: FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiEMS, FortiGate, FortiMail, Ivanti, Carbon Black, Tanium. Defence / Navy experience is highly regarded. Additional Details: Employment Term: Permanent, full-time Location: Preferably Canberra, Sydney applicants will be considered. Working Arrangements: Onsite Availability Requirement: Must be available between 7 AM - 6 PM. SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 5. Security Requirements: To be eligible, you must be an Australian Citizen and hold a minimum of Negative Vetting 2 (NV2) Security Clearance. NV1 applicants will be considered. How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply or send to . Candidates must be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks, which may include verification of ID and work rights, security clearance, and any additional checks. We will contact suitably qualified candidates with further instructions. #J-18808-Ljbffr