Senior Systems Analyst - Cyber Security

About the role

A federal government client, at the frontline of government service delivery and supporting millions of Australians, is seeking Senior Systems Analysts (EL1 level) to analyse, design and document ICT solutions supporting its Cyber Uplift Program and broader cyber security objectives. The role works closely with business stakeholders, architects, engineers, security specialists and delivery teams to turn cyber security, compliance and operational requirements into technical solutions. It is advertised as a Brisbane position with hybrid working.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse and document business, functional and technical requirements for cyber security uplift initiatives
• Develop system specifications, solution designs, process models, integration diagrams and data flows
• Support vulnerability management, identity and access management, security monitoring and compliance workstreams
• Analyse existing ICT systems to identify security gaps and improvement opportunities
• Document system functionality, controls and dependencies to support accreditation, assurance and compliance
• Perform technical application assessments, testing (test planning, coverage reviews, defect management) and quality reviews
• Manage change lifecycles, perform cost analysis and support daily operations and performance monitoring
• Manage a team through coaching, capability development, performance management and health and well-being support

Required profile

• Cyber security knowledge and experience, including PSPF, ISM, Essential Eight and NIST
• Experience delivering cyber security uplift, remediation or compliance initiatives in large, complex ICT environments, preferably in Australian Government or regulated settings
• Experience with vulnerability management, IAM, cloud security, accreditation and compliance
• Ability to engage with senior executives, technical specialists, business representatives and external providers
• Australian citizen with a current Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance
• Desirable: experience in Services Australia or other Australian Government agencies

Required skills

• Microsoft Sentinel or equivalent SIEM solutions
• Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform
• Rapid7, Tenable, Microsoft Defender
• Windows and Linux
• System Security Plans (SSPs) and Security Risk Assessments (SRAs)

Contract: initial 12 months, up to 24 months extension; estimated start 1 February 2027. Hybrid: onsite for the first 6 weeks, then at least 3 days per week in the capital city of the selected state, with a reasonable commute.