Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 136838

Location

ACT 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $94,563.00 and $107,713.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Hersh Malhotra at hersh.malhotra@homeaffairs.gov.au  

Office Arrangements

Onsite  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 20/03/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 4 immediate positions. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

GM Technology & Major Cap Group | GM Technology & Major Cap Group | Cyber Risk Services | Cyber Detection and Response

The Cyber Risk Services Branch is part of the Technology and Major Capability Group, and is responsible for providing the Department's technical cyber security functions to ensure that cyber threats to the Department and the Australian Border Force (ABF) are identified and managed.

The Branch provides the Identity Management and Access Control, Cyber Security Operations and the ICT Certification and Assurance functions. These positions are available in the Cyber Detection and Response (CDR) Section.

About the role:

CDR is responsible for managing the Department's computer network defence and cyber security incident response plan. The Section continuously monitors, detects and reports on cyber security incidents and vulnerabilities to assess the level of threat posed to the Department. The Section is also responsible for executing the appropriate response to confirmed cyber incidents, as well as providing technical expertise and capability to manage the Department's secure investigations environment, network defence technology and data collection and analysis systems.

The Analyst is responsible for the continual monitoring, triage, analysis and actioning of alerts at all hours. They will be required to assist in the collation of threat information from a variety of sources to create departmental specific intelligence that supports incident detection and the calculation of risk. The position provides a tier one incident response service, enacting, documenting and managing responses to security incidents. They are expected to closely work with all levels of management.

Please note this recruitment activity will be used to fill shift positions. Employees who are required to perform shift work will be entitled to shift penalty payments. Please refer to our Enterprise Agreement for details.

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Our ideal candidate

• Sound stakeholder relationship skills.

• Ability to quickly gain knowledge in a range of technologies.- Ability to follow SOPs and instructions.

• Good communication skills.

Duties and responsibilities

• Responding to events and incidents using established Standard Operating Procedures

• Escalate complex incidents, and those requiring more detailed technical analysis to Duty Manager 

• Assessing and triaging event and incident information from a range of sources for action by the responsible teams.

• Document and log incident response activities.

Mandatory:

• Knowledge in at least one ICT field of expertise, e.g. networks or Midrange

• Knowledge of the Information Security Manual (ISM) and cyber security concepts

Desirable:

• Tertiary ICT and Cyber Security qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in ICT or Cyber Security related fields will be highly regarded

• An understanding of gateway, networking and ICT security technologies.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 20/03/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT  – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role

• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us

• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 136838 in the document footer.

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

​The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

• ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
• Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.

 
In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

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Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Technical assistance

Internal applicants with technical enquiries can log a ticket through the Support Connect portal, send an email or call us

• Lodge an enquiry through the Support Connect Portal
• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

Notes

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers.

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.