Senior Cyber Security Analyst
Canberra | 12-Month Contract | 24/7 SOC Environment | Defence Sector
We're seeking an experienced Senior Cyber Security Analyst to join a high-performing Security Operations Centre (SOC) supporting a key Defence customer in Canberra.
This is a hands-on, operational role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment - detecting, analysing, and responding to real-world cyber threats.
The Role
As a Senior Analyst, you'll play a key role in protecting critical systems and infrastructure by:
* Monitoring, triaging, and responding to security alerts and incidents
* Leading and supporting incident response activities end-to-end
* Investigating threats including malware, intrusions, and vulnerabilities
* Driving continuous improvement of SOC processes and detection capabilities
* Supporting threat detection through SIEM and other security tooling
* Collaborating with internal teams to strengthen security posture
* Contributing to reporting, documentation, and post-incident reviews
You'll be part of a 24/7 SOC environment, including participation in an on-call roster as required.
What You'll Bring
* NV1 Security Clearance (mandatory)
* 3+ years in a dedicated cyber security / SOC role
* Strong experience across SOC operations and incident response processes
* Hands-on knowledge of malware analysis, detection, and eradication techniques
* Familiarity with current threat landscape, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies
* Experience with SIEM platforms and security monitoring tools
* Understanding of network and cloud security technologies
* Working knowledge of frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, Essential Eight, PSPF, and ISM
* Strong analytical mindset with the ability to operate under pressure
All applications should include your resume as a word document.
For more information, visit our website, or contact James Griffiths on 0***.
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