Cyber Defense Analyst — Hybrid IT Security Role

ANU College of Asia & the Pacific; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Hybrid working

Professional development

On-site gym

Childcare facilities

Salary packaging

Wellbeing programs

Parental leave

Job summary

ANU College of Asia & the Pacific in Canberra seeks a Cyber Security Officer to protect and manage information and communication technology across digital and non-digital environments. You will join the Cyber Integration Centre (CIC) to contribute to monitoring, investigations, incident response and threat analysis.

Under guidance from senior security specialists, you will help improve security posture, analyze events, and communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Qualifications or experience in cyber security, information technology, computer science, networking, system administration, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a genuine interest and passion for cyber security, emerging technologies, threat landscapes and continuous learning.
• Demonstrated understanding of networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching, firewalls and network security principles, or a strong willingness to further develop these skills.
• Experience with Python, JavaScript or other scripting languages is highly desirable, particularly for automation and security-related use cases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of cyber security events, alerts and incidents to identify threats and security risks.
• Assist with security investigations, assessments and remediation activities across the University systems.
• Support the operation and continuous improvement of security monitoring and detection capabilities.
• Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities and technologies to improve security posture.
• Provide advice and assistance to stakeholders by applying established security policies, standards and procedures.
• Prepare reports, presentations and security communications for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Work collaboratively with technical teams, business units and external partners to support security initiatives and operational outcomes.

Skills

Cyber security

Networking concepts

Python/ scripting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Cyber security or IT-related degree

Tools

TCP/IP networking

Job description

ANU College of Asia & the Pacific in Canberra seeks a Cyber Security Officer to protect and manage information and communication technology across digital and non-digital environments. You will join the Cyber Integration Centre (CIC) to contribute to monitoring, investigations, incident response and threat analysis.

Under guidance from senior security specialists, you will help improve security posture, analyze events, and communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.