Senior Systems Analyst - Cyber Security

About the role

A Federal Government client, supported by GoSourcing, is looking for 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 a 12-month contract starting 1 February 2027, with a possible extension of up to 24 months.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse and document business, functional and technical requirements for cyber security uplift initiatives.
• Develop system specifications, solution designs, process models, integration diagrams, data flows and system artefacts.
• Support vulnerability management, identity and access management, security monitoring and compliance workstreams, and accreditation, assurance and compliance activities.
• Identify security gaps and process inefficiencies in existing ICT systems and assess feasibility, risks and benefits of proposed solutions.
• Manage change lifecycles, perform quality reviews of specifications, designs and tests, and carry out testing, defect management and cost analysis.
• Manage a team through coaching, capability development, performance management and health and well-being support.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience delivering cyber security uplift, resilience, remediation or compliance initiatives in large, complex ICT environments, preferably in Australian Government or regulated settings.
• Experience applying PSPF, ISM, Essential Eight and NIST frameworks.
• 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, and in cloud, IAM and security operations environments.

Required skills

• Cyber security knowledge and experience; Microsoft Sentinel or equivalent SIEM solutions.
• Cloud platforms: Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform.
• Vulnerability management platforms: Rapid7, Tenable, Microsoft Defender.
• Windows and Linux, IAM technologies, system integration and data flow modelling.
• Business process modelling and requirements management tools; System Security Plans and Security Risk Assessments.