Principal Cyber Threat Analyst

Experis Australia; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Level Cyber Security Threat Hunter in Canberra. This contract role focuses on proactive threat hunting and developing security solutions. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in Cyber Security Incident Response and proficiency with SIEM platforms. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement and requires an active NV1 security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in Cyber Security Incident Response or Threat Hunting.
• Proficiency with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel).
• Strong skills in designing and testing detection use cases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive threat hunts across enterprise networks.
• Leverage Cyber Threat Intelligence to support hunt activities.
• Recommend security enhancements and countermeasures.

Skills

Cyber Security Incident Response

Threat Hunting

SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel)

Collaborative Problem Solving

Technical Writing

Education

Tertiary qualifications in a technical field

Tools

Mitre ATT&CK framework

Detection use cases design

Job description

Overview

Cyber Security Threat Hunter – Principal Level (EL2 Equivalent)

Location: ACT

Work Type: Contract | Duration: 12 Months + Extensions | Clearance: NV1 (Active) Required

Job Details

• Location: ACT
• Work Type: Contract
• Duration: 12 Months + Extensions
• Security Clearance: NV1 (Active)
• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Contract

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive threat hunts across enterprise networks
• Leverage Cyber Threat Intelligence to support hunt activities
• Develop and maintain threat detection tools, dashboards, and custom use cases
• Analyse logs and security events to identify anomalous activity
• Recommend security enhancements and countermeasures
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to knowledge sharing
• Maintain high-quality technical documentation

Qualifications

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum 3 years in Cyber Security Incident Response or Threat Hunting
• Proficiency with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel)
• Experience using MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Strong skills in designing and testing detection use cases
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills
• Well-developed technical writing abilities

Desirable Criteria:

• Tertiary qualifications in a technical field
• Certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GCIA, Microsoft or Splunk
• NV2 or higher clearance (or ability to obtain)

Contract Details

• Start Date: Monday, 17 November 2025
• Initial Term: 12 months
• Extension Options: Up to 2 x 12-month terms
• Hours: Up to 40 hours per week
• Working Arrangement: Hybrid (typically 3 days in office, 2 days WFH)
• Security Clearance: Must hold an active NV1 clearance
• Stand-down Period: December–January (4–6 weeks, at client discretion)