Cyber Security Operations Analyst

Location: Melbourne
Discipline: Government
Job type: Full Time
Salary: $$90 - $120 per hour
Contact name: Lauren Eymes

Contact email: laurene@thenetworkit.com
Job ref: BH-9543
Published: 22 days ago
Startdate: 2024-09-16
Cyber Operations Analyst

Location:
Australia wide
Duration: 12 months + 12 months contract
Australian Citizens may apply

About the Team:

Join the Chief Information Officer Division, where we dedicate managing and enhancing technology solutions within this Government Agency. This division oversees Shared Services Information and Communication Technology (ICT) services and drive the delivery of ICT projects. The Protective and Cyber Security Branch ensures compliance with the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM), providing comprehensive oversight across governance, information security, personnel security, physical security, and cyber security operations.
The Cyber Operations team plays a crucial role in identifying, responding to, and remediating security incidents across the organization, ensuring the cyber defences are robust and resilient.

About the Role:

An opportunity for an experienced Cyber Operations Analyst. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of 5 years of experience in a large, complex ICT environment, with a strong focus on cyber operations. You will have a proven track record with cyber technologies, including vulnerability management, SIEM, SOAR, and Threat Intelligence.
The role demands adherence to the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and the Information Security Manual (ISM), along with demonstrated support of architectural and program experience. Critical thinking, analytical skills, and advanced communication abilities are essential. As the agency adopts a cloud-first approach, familiarity with Azure, M365, and AWS technologies is required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Technical Expertise: Provide expert technical advice and direction as a Cyber Security SME.
  • Controls Implementation: Implement essential eight controls and drive maturity uplift.
  • Architecture Development: Assist in designing and developing secure platforms based on zero trust principles.
  • Incident Response: Collaborate with the site monitoring and reliability team to enhance incident response capabilities.
  • Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships with stakeholders and vendors.
  • Documentation: Create and circulate documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing and showcase procedures.
  • Process Automation: Automate current processes to support rapid growth and scalability.
  • Mentorship: Mentor and develop Cyber Analysts within the team.
 
Essential Criteria:
  • SOC Experience: Proven experience working in a fast-paced Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
  • Incident Response: Advanced capabilities in responding to major incidents.
  • Mentoring: Experience in mentoring junior staff.
  • Automation: Demonstrated experience in automating processes.
 
How to Apply:
If you are an experienced Cyber Operations professional ready to take on a challenging and impactful role, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.