Lead Cyber Threat Analyst

Infinite Consulting; Australian Capital Territory; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal government contractor in Australia is seeking experienced Lead Cyber Threat Analysts for a long-term contract role. Candidates will lead efforts to analyze cyber intrusion activities and provide reporting on threat modeling and intelligence. Successful applicants will have experience in threat intelligence tasks and must possess Australian citizenship with NV2 clearance. The role is based onsite in QLD, ACT, or VIC. Applications are encouraged before the submission deadline of February 16, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in undertaking complex threat intelligence/modelling tasks.
• Knowledge in analytical tools and techniques used for threat activity assessments.
• Ability to develop high-quality cyber threat assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex research and analysis of cyber threat actors.
• Conduct and mentor others in analysing cyber threat event data.
• Provide subject matter expertise in analytical tools and methodologies.
• Build and maintain SOPs for cyber threat intelligence functions.
• Assess strategies for continuous improvement of cyber threat intelligence.

Skills

Complex threat intelligence/modelling tasks

Creation and maintenance of cyber security threat reporting

Analytical tools and techniques

Job description

Lead Cyber Threat Analysts

• Long term Contract role – Federal Govt. Dept.
• QLD, ACT, VIC - Onsite
• Australian Citizenship with NV2 Clearance

About the Role:

A high‑profile Federal Government program is seeking multiple experienced Lead Cyber Threat Analysts to understand cyber intrusion activities then use their research skills to provide reporting on threat modelling and intelligence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead complex research and analysis of cyber threat actors to provide situational awareness and expert insights on current and emerging threats.
• Conduct and mentor others in analysing cyber threat event data and fusing findings with all‑source intelligence to identify, model and track threat actors, recommending appropriate actions.
• Provide subject matter expertise in analytical tools, methodologies and techniques to develop high‑quality cyber threat assessments.
• Build, maintain and continuously improve standard operating procedures and supporting documentation for cyber threat intelligence functions.
• Assess and evaluate cyber threat intelligence strategies, initiatives, projects, policies and procedures to support continuous improvement.

Technical Skills & Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in undertaking complex threat intelligence/modelling tasks or threat assessments.
• Demonstrated experience in the creation and maintenance of complex cyber security threat reporting.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in analytical tools and techniques used to develop cyber threat activity assessments.

Role Specifics:

Submission deadline: 16 Feb 2026

Duration: 12 months

Location: QLD, ACT, VIC – Onsite

Eligibility: Australian Citizenship with NV2 clearance

For a detailed job brief apply now or contact our Canberra office on 02-6257 8888.