Information Security Analyst

Client 1; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleared is seeking an Information Security Analyst to join a specialist cyber security team supporting Defence investigative and insider threat capabilities. The role suits a security professional with a strong ICT engineering, systems or architecture background who enjoys working across technical and governance functions.

You will work closely with security engineers and system administrators to support a SIEM platform, maintain security documentation, model systems and capabilities, and

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, SABSA, TOGAF, Security+ or equivalent are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain cyber security documentation across secure environments.
• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSP and SSP-A).
• Develop Security Risk Management Plans (SRMPs) and Incident Response Plans (IRPs).
• Conduct systems and capability modelling activities.
• Perform technology and business analysis to support security outcomes.
• Work with security engineering and administration teams supporting SIEM capabilities.
• Assist with the mapping of Information Security Manual (ISM) controls to systems and capabilities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of security processes, procedures and governance frameworks.

Skills

Systems modelling

Tech analysis

Security documentation

ICT systems knowledge

Enterprise/government experience

Education

Tertiary degree in Cyber Security/IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Visio

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Neo4j

NeoDash

ArchiMate

Job description

Information Security Analyst

Location: Canberra, ACT

Clearance Required: Current TSPV Security Clearance

Company Overview

Our client works within a highly secure Defence environment, delivering critical cyber security capabilities that support national security outcomes. The team provides specialist technical and analytical support across security operations, investigative activities and enterprise security platforms within a complex and evolving ICT landscape.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Information Security Analyst to join a specialist cyber security team supporting Defence investigative and insider threat capabilities. This role is suited to a security professional with a strong ICT engineering, systems or architecture background who enjoys working across both technical and governance functions.

You will work closely with security engineers and system administrators to support a SIEM platform, maintain security documentation, model systems and capabilities, and contribute to security risk management activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and maintain cyber security documentation across secure environments.


• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSP and SSP-A).


• Develop Security Risk Management Plans (SRMPs) and Incident Response Plans (IRPs).


• Conduct systems and capability modelling activities.


• Perform technology and business analysis to support security outcomes.


• Work with security engineering and administration teams supporting SIEM capabilities.


• Assist with the mapping of Information Security Manual (ISM) controls to systems and capabilities.


• Contribute to continuous improvement of security processes, procedures and governance frameworks.

Education / Certifications Required

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline.


• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, SABSA, TOGAF, Security+ or equivalent are highly regarded.

Knowledge / Skills Required

Essential

• Experience in systems and capability modelling.


• Strong technology and business analysis skills.


• Experience developing security documentation, including:
  
  
  
  • System Security Plans (SSP / SSP-A)
  
  
  • Security Risk Management Plans (SRMP)
  
  
  • Incident Response Plans (IRP)
  
  
  
  


• Strong understanding of ICT systems, applications and cyber security principles.


• Experience within complex enterprise or government environments.

Desirable

• Experience mapping ISM controls to capability elements.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Visio, Word and Excel.


• Experience with Neo4j, NeoDash, ArchiMate or similar modelling tools.

Diversity and Inclusion

Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where people from diverse backgrounds are welcomed, respected and supported. Applications are encouraged from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Veterans

Veterans and ex-serving Australian Defence Force personnel are strongly encouraged to apply. The skills and experience gained through military service are highly valued within this environment.

About Cleared

Cleared is a specialist recruitment partner supporting Australia's Defence, Intelligence, Cyber Security and Federal Government sectors. We connect highly skilled security-cleared professionals with critical national security programs and long-term career opportunities.