Senior Threat Research and Intelligence Analyst

nbn® Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal employment opportunities

Great training

Flexible working arrangements

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in Australia is seeking a Senior Threat Research and Intelligence Analyst to drive their threat intelligence strategy. The role requires extensive experience in cyber security, with strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers a chance to shape security capabilities and mentor junior analysts. The ideal candidate should have expertise in various intelligence frameworks and the ability to manage operational challenges effectively.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in cyber security.
• Strong background in threat intelligence and analytical reporting.
• Exceptional analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive the organisation's threat intelligence strategy.
• Lead intelligence programs and produce high-quality intelligence products.
• Mentor junior analysts and identify intelligence needs.

Skills

Cyber security

Threat intelligence

Analytical reporting

OSINT investigations

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Relevant experience in federal government, military, or law enforcement environments

Tools

MITRE ATT&CK

Diamond Model

Kill Chain

Job description

Overview

Senior Threat Research and Intelligence Analyst at nbn Australia. Build your career and Australia’s future.

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Not many people can say they are working on building Australia’s future. With us you’ll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there’s equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements.

A bit about your role

The Senior Threat Research and Intelligence Analyst at nbn is a key leadership role within the Security Group, responsible for driving the organisation’s threat intelligence strategy across cyber, physical, and personnel domains. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on operational duties, including leading complex intelligence programs, producing high-quality intelligence products, mentoring junior analysts, and engaging with stakeholders to identify intelligence needs.

The analyst plays a critical part in shaping security capabilities by researching emerging threats, recommending remediation actions, and continuously improving threat intelligence processes and practices.

A bit about you

The ideal candidate for the role will have extensive years of experience with a strong background in cyber security, threat intelligence, and analytical reporting—preferably gained in federal government, military, or law enforcement environments. They possess deep expertise in the intelligence cycle, threat modelling, and frameworks such as the Diamond Model, Kill Chain, and MITRE ATT&CK.

The role requires exceptional analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, along with the ability to operate under pressure, manage ambiguity, and lead adaptive challenges. Candidates should have at relevant experience and a proven ability to conduct OSINT investigations, manage large datasets, and drive performance improvements.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That\'s why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Gold Employer for three years running, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we\'re recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women.

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing [e-mail] or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at [phone]. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Where to from here?

We encourage you to apply even if you feel that you do not meet all of the above qualifications. Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to break that statistic and to apply. No one ever meets 100% of the requirements. We look forward to your application!

Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

Please note that this is a permanent opportunity and applications for this role will close at midnight, Sunday, 12th October 2025.

To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Telecommunications