SOC Analyst

Client 1; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Mentors

Mission-critical programs

Long-term stability

Job summary

Client 1 in Canberra, ACT is seeking a SOC Analyst to join a high‑performing Security Operations team supporting mission‑critical defence and intelligence networks. The role involves monitoring, detecting, investigating, and responding to cyber threats while maturing security operations capabilities.

The candidate will work closely with engineers, threat intel specialists and security authorities to protect sensitive environments and contribute to security governance and incident response

Qualifications

• 2+ years in cyber security operations or 4+ years in IT roles.
• Exposure to SIEM platforms and security tooling.
• Desirable scripting or coding experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security events and respond to cyber incidents.
• Support SIEM, endpoint, network, and detection engineering initiatives.
• Contribute to Cyber Threat Intelligence activities.
• Provide trusted cyber security advice to stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain security operations requirements and reporting.

Skills

Cyber security operations

SIEM

Threat intelligence

Incident response

Vulnerability management

Scripting

Mentoring

Defence experience

Education

Security+

GSEC

GCIA

GCIH

CISSP

CISM

CCNA Security

Microsoft Security Certifications

Splunk Certifications

Job description

Role Title

SOC Analyst

Location

Canberra, ACT

Working Arrangement

Full-time | On-site

Clearance Required

TSPV and willing to obtain DISA/OSA.

Company Overview

Join one of Australia's leading technology and mission-focused organisations supporting national security, defence, intelligence, and critical government programs. With a strong reputation for delivering complex cyber, digital, and information security capabilities, the organisation provides employees with the opportunity to work on highly classified projects that directly contribute to Australia's security interests.

You'll be joining during an exciting period of capability growth, with significant investment in new technologies, platforms, and security operations functions. This is an opportunity to work alongside some of the country's most experienced cyber professionals while helping shape and mature a rapidly evolving security operations environment.

Job Description

We are seeking SOC Analysts to join a high-performing Security Operations team supporting mission-critical defence and intelligence networks.

The role involves monitoring, detecting, investigating, and responding to cyber security threats while contributing to the ongoing maturity of Security Operations capabilities. Working closely with engineers, threat intelligence specialists, stakeholders, and security authorities, you will play a key role in protecting sensitive environments from sophisticated cyber threats.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor security events and respond to cyber incidents
• Conduct threat detection, analysis, triage, and investigation activities
• Support vulnerability management processes and remediation efforts
• Contribute to Cyber Threat Intelligence activities
• Assist with SIEM, endpoint, network, and detection engineering initiatives
• Provide trusted cyber security advice to stakeholders
• Support the development of security operations requirements
• Participate in change reviews and security approvals
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external security stakeholders
• Contribute to the improvement of security operations processes, procedures, and reporting capabilities

Education / Certifications Required

Desirable certifications include:

• Security+
• GSEC
• GCIA
• GCIH
• CISSP
• CISM
• CCNA Security
• Microsoft Security Certifications
• Splunk Certifications

Knowledge / Skills Required

Junior-Level Candidates

• Approximately 2+ years' experience in cyber security operations, or
• 4+ years' experience in broader IT support, networking, cloud, endpoint, or gateway technologies
• Understanding of cyber security fundamentals
• Exposure to SIEM platforms and security tooling
• Scripting or coding experience highly regarded

Senior-Level Candidates

• 5-10+ years' experience across security operations functions
• Experience leading or maturing cyber security capabilities
• Strong understanding of incident response, detection engineering, vulnerability management, and threat intelligence
• Experience mentoring junior team members
• Previous experience supporting Defence, Intelligence, or Federal Government environments highly desirable

Employment Benefits

• Work on nationally significant and mission-critical programs
• Exposure to advanced cyber security technologies and environments
• Career progression within a growing cyber security function
• Access to experienced cyber security professionals and technical mentors
• Opportunity to help shape and mature a developing security operations capability
• Long-term project stability and career growth

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought, experience, and background strengthens our teams. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Veterans

Veterans and ex-serving members are highly encouraged to apply. Your experience operating in complex, mission-focused environments are highly valued and transferable to this role.

About Cleared

Cleared partners with Australia's leading Defence, Intelligence, Federal Government, and National Security organisations to connect exceptional security-cleared professionals with career-defining opportunities. We take a relationship-driven approach and provide personalised support throughout the recruitment process.