Security Analyst

We require a Security Analyst with experience in performing current state analysis, requirements analysis definition and implementation of cyber security monitoring and reporting services, specifically with regards to secure gateway operations, monitoring and related Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) services. This contract role will be equivalent to an APS EL1.

To be successful you will have skills and experience in IBM QRadar, network gateways and the Mitre Attack and Mitre Defend frameworks are preferred. You will Provide security analysis of the current state, report options and recommendations, and specify an uplift and enhancement program for the reporting of cyber metrics to Customers of the Agency's Gateway.

• Duties will include but not limited to the following
• Elicit, analyse and manage security requirements to meet demand.
• Manage the prioritisation and escalation of security issues.
• Communicate the end-to-end implications of security configuration changes.
• Analyse the cyber security impacts of requests for change management.
• Provide detailed specialist technical infrastructure security advice, including strategic advice to the senior executive where appropriate.
• Assist in the development and implementation of cyber security strategies, policy and procedures and change initiatives.
• Essential Criteria
• Demonstrated experience and success with analysing gateway and network security monitoring solutions in large complex environments, including specialist knowledge of SIEM configuration, SOC operations and reporting.
• Desirable Criteria
• Demonstrated experience in the configuration and deployment of IBM QRadar, use case development and associated reporting capabilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry Cyber Security frameworks, best practices and standards including the Mitre Attack and Defend frameworks.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with security requirements and solutions with regard to Federal Government information security policy (i.e. Information Security Manual, Protective Security Policy Framework) and the ACSCs Cyber Security principles and guidelines.
• Role particulars

Submission due : 8 / 06

Duration : 01 / 07 - 31 / 12

Extension / s : 1 x 12 month option to extend

Clearance : Must have Baseline Clearance

Location : Canberra - Brisbane - Melbourne - Adelaide

Working arrangements : The contractor will be required to attend and undertake their work at the Agencies office in the nominated capital cities for a minimum of 3 days per week.