Cyber Security Analyst - Azure

About the role

An established Australian organisation operating critical infrastructure and complex operational environments has created a new Cyber Security Analyst position. You will help shape and mature cyber security capabilities across corporate IT, Operational Technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) environments, working closely with the Enterprise Infrastructure Manager to strengthen security controls, manage risk and support critical business operations.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain security controls across IT, OT and IoT environments, and deploy and support EDR, IAM, firewalls, SASE, encryption and endpoint security solutions.
• Integrate security into infrastructure, cloud and application environments, and support DevSecOps and automation-driven security operations.
• Run risk assessments, vulnerability management and security reviews, and support compliance with Essential Eight, NIST, ISA/IEC 62443 and AESCSF.
• Help develop security standards and policies, and take part in incident response and CSIRT investigations.
• Support business continuity and disaster recovery, and use threat intelligence to anticipate emerging risks.
• Improve tooling, monitoring and detection through automation, and mentor technical and business stakeholders.

Required profile

• Degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in cyber security-focused roles.
• Hands-on experience with EDR, IAM, firewalls, SASE, DLP, email security and anti-malware; exposure to Zero Trust, PAM, NDR, UEBA and application security.
• Knowledge of Linux and enterprise mobility platforms; exposure to OT, cloud and infrastructure security engineering, and DevSecOps.
• Experience with frameworks such as Essential Eight, NIST, ISA/IEC 62443 or AESCSF; certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, Azure Security or GIAC highly regarded.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of cyber security principles, frameworks and best practices.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 security.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills.