Principal Security Analyst

Experis; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

On-call roster

National Police Check

Job summary

Experis Australia is seeking a Principal Cyber Security Analyst to lead advanced cyber defence, incident response, and tooling uplift for a large enterprise in Melbourne. Hybrid work with on-site days is offered.

You’ll guide a team of cyber analysts, coordinate across stakeholders, and drive assurance across ISO27001, NIST, CIS, and ASD ISM controls. You will stay ahead of threats, supervise vulnerability management, and continuously improve SOC capabilities while collaborating with internal

Qualifications

• This role requires postgraduate qualifications or equivalent cyber security/IT experience.
• Certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, or ITIL Practitioner are desirable.
• Strong experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk preferred) and threat hunting.

Responsibilities

• Lead cyber defence and incident response operations across enterprise environments.
• Mentor a team of cyber analysts and foster a high‑performance culture.
• Monitor security systems, investigate incidents, and implement mitigations.
• Analyse logs and threat intel to develop response plans and KPIs.
• Evaluate and deploy new security tools and processes.

Skills

Splunk/SIEM

Threat Hunting

Incident Response

Leadership

Security Tooling

Threat Modelling

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Postgraduate cyber security or IT

Tools

Splunk Enterprise Security

SPL

Threat intelligence platforms

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Base pay range

A$160,000.00/yr - A$170,000.00/yr

Principal Cyber Security Analyst - Splunk | ISO27001 | MITRE ATT&CK | Incident Response

Location: Melbourne (Hybrid) 3 days on-site
Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Super

About the Role

A leading organisation is seeking a Principal Cyber Security Analyst to lead advanced cyber defence and incident response initiatives. You'll work alongside a high-performing team of cyber security professionals, providing operational leadership and technical expertise across threat detection, response, and tooling uplift.

This role offers autonomy, strategic influence, and the opportunity to shape cyber maturity across a complex enterprise environment. You'll collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to operationalise security controls, uplift SOC capabilities, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cyber defence and incident response operations across enterprise environments
• Mentor and guide a team of cyber analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
• Monitor security systems and networks, investigate incidents, and implement mitigation strategies
• Analyse logs and threat intelligence to identify risks and develop response plans
• Evaluate and implement new security tools, technologies, and processes
• Align security operations with ISO27001, NIST, CIS, and ASD ISM frameworks
• Champion continuous improvement and uplift of SOC tooling and processes
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to enhance cyber resilience
• Stay current with threat trends, APT groups, and emerging attack vectors

Key Requirements

• Postgraduate qualifications or equivalent experience in cyber security or IT
• Certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, or ITIL PractitionerStrong experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk preferred), SPL, and threat hunting
• Deep understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, threat modelling, and operational threat intelligence
• Proven ability to lead incident response and vulnerability management programs
• Strong stakeholder engagement and consulting skills
• Experience with ISO27001/27002, NIST, CIS frameworks
• Ability to adapt to evolving threats and technologies

Additional Info

• Hybrid work model with occasional travel to other sites
• On-call support may be required via roster rotation
• National Police Check required

Desired Skills and Experience

• Splunk Enterprise Security & SPL
• Threat Hunting & Incident Response
• ISO27001, NIST, CIS Frameworks
• MITRE ATT&CK & Threat Modelling
• Vulnerability Management
• Security Log Analysis & SIEM Operations
• Stakeholder Engagement & Consulting
• Cyber Tooling Evaluation & Implementation
• Team Leadership & Mentoring
• CISSP, GIAC, or ITIL Practitioner Certification

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