Cyber Security Analyst

Flinders University

Adelaide

On-site

AUD 100,233 - 110,954

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Job summary

An Australian educational institution seeks a Cyber Security Analyst to monitor and respond to cyber threats in real-time. You'll collaborate with the Security Operations Centre, manage security platforms, and provide technical advice for various IT projects. Ideal candidates possess strong cybersecurity knowledge and a relevant tertiary qualification. This full-time role is critical for protecting the University's information assets and involves diverse responsibilities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

Experience configuring, managing, and monitoring cybersecurity tools.
Exceptional communication skills with non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to analyze security issues and propose effective solutions.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the SOC to respond to cyber threats.
Maintain security infrastructure to protect University assets.
Provide technical security advice for IT projects.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Information Technology or equivalent

Tools

Firewalls

Intrusion prevention systems

Security information and event monitoring solutions

Job description

Base pay range

A$100,233.00/yr - A$110,954.00/yr

Full-Time | Continuing
Higher Education Officer Level 7 | $100,233 - $110,954 p.a.
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About the Role

We are offering a position as a Cyber Security Analyst within our Information and Digital Services Portfolio. Reporting to the Deputy CISO, your key responsibilities will include collaborating closely with our Security Operations Centre (SOC) to monitor and respond to cyber threats in real‑time, ensuring the protection of the University's information assets and critical systems.

Your responsibilities include:

Collaborate closely with the SOC to monitor and respond to cyber threats in real‑time.
Configure, deploy and maintain security platforms such as advanced email filtering, firewalls, intrusion prevention/detection systems, anti‑malware, VPN, and host protection.
Develop and participate in cyber projects, providing technical leadership and implementing technological advancements in information security.
Manage the University's proactive security monitoring systems to identify and mitigate incidents and security weaknesses.
Maintain configuration control of security infrastructure and oversee monitoring controls applied to the centralised network and systems supporting the University's operations.
Provide technical security advice and guidance on IT projects, and develop reports to keep the group and wider stakeholders informed of information security threats and planned equipment or software changes that could impact system and network security and availability.
Optimize configuration and refine inputs to the University's proactive security systems to ensure incidents and vulnerabilities are promptly identified and mitigated, minimising impact on the University community.

About You

To be successful, you can demonstrate:

Appropriate tertiary qualification in Information Technology or relevant technical area, and/or equivalent relevant experience in an IT environment.
Good knowledge and experience in cybersecurity with experience implementing, managing, configuring and monitoring hardware such as firewalls, intrusion prevention/detection systems, anti‑malware, security information and event monitoring solutions.
Proven ability to analyse issues, solve problems and make decisions by applying sound judgments, including the implications of proposed security solutions on business processes and existing networks and infrastructure.
Exceptional communication skills and a commitment to a high level of client service, with the ability to provide technical security advice and guidance in relation to IT projects and explain complex technical or security issues to non‑technical stakeholders.
Previous experience performing support and administration tasks to manage cyber security in a complex environment, with particular reference to balancing cybersecurity with objectives of privacy, academic freedom, intellectual property, open systems and enterprise networks.

About Information and Digital Services

Information and Digital Services (IDS) are a pivotal resource of the University, providing information and digital technology services and support to the Flinders University staff and student community. The IDS team provides core services such as the IDS Service Desk, audio visual, simulation and event services, information security and identity access management services and more.

Life at Flinders

We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university and among the top 1 % in the world.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, our inclusive culture believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them.

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate; each case is assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.
This role requires proof of Australian citizenship.

How to Apply and Information

To apply online, please visit the Jobs@Flinders website via the job portal: JR0000015321- Information Security Specialist/Cyber Security Analyst.
You are required to submit a CV, along with a suitability statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the key position capabilities of the position description.
For more information regarding this position, please contact Tristan Bibbo via bibbo@flinders.edu.au.

Applications Deadline

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) Sunday, 18th January 2026.

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.

Desired Skills and Experience