Senior Cyber Security Analyst

The University of Western Australia; Crawley; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Australian university in Crawley is looking for a Senior Cyber Security Analyst to protect university systems and data. The role involves monitoring and responding to cybersecurity threats while collaborating with IT teams. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and experience in security operations, specifically with Microsoft Sentinel. The position offers a competitive salary and aims to provide a secure digital environment for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in security operations, including monitoring, analysis, and incident response.
• Ability to write or modify simple detection queries.
• Broad understanding of infrastructure, platform, and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and respond to cyber threats.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting and manage vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with IT teams on security incidents.

Skills

Security operations

Incident response

Monitoring and analysis

Cyber threat awareness

Familiarity with SIEM platforms

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Microsoft Defender

Job description

The University of Western Australia – Crawley WA

4d ago , from University of Western Australia

Job no: 521869
Work type: Full Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Information Technology

• Protect university systems and data, ensuring a secure digital environment for students and staff.
• Engage in advanced threat detection, vulnerability management, and cutting‑edge cybersecurity practices.
• Full‑time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $116,262 – $127,078 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

UWA Technology serves as a strategic enabler of teaching, learning, research, and administrative excellence. It provides the technological infrastructure, digital tools, and support services necessary to foster innovation, collaboration, and efficiency across the institution. By ensuring the reliability, security, and accessibility of education technology, research systems, and professional services platforms, IT enhances the overall experience for students, faculty, researchers, and staff. The function also drives digital transformation, supports data‑driven decision‑making, and ensures compliance with regulatory and cybersecurity standards. Ultimately, IT plays a critical role in advancing the university’s mission by leveraging technology to create a connected, efficient, and future‑ready academic environment.

About the opportunity

• UWA Technology enables teaching, research, and administration by providing secure, reliable, and innovative digital infrastructure and services.
• The Cyber Security Operations role focuses on monitoring, analysing, and responding to threats, conducting proactive threat hunting, and managing vulnerabilities.
• Responsibilities include incident response, malware analysis, collaboration with IT teams, and maintaining awareness of evolving cyber threats.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent work experience in information or cyber security.
• Demonstrated experience in security operations, including monitoring, analysis, and incident response.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel or other SIEM platforms, including the ability to write or modify simple detection queries.
• Experience with Microsoft Defender or similar endpoint protection and response technologies.
• Broad understanding of infrastructure, platform, and cloud technologies.

Note: A current National Police Clearance Certificate will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD [Senior Cyber Security Analyst] [521869].pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Tony Zhao at *********@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date

11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 4 January 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Learn more about us.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at ******@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6‑digit job reference number.

Advertised: 02 Dec 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 04 Jan 2026 W. Australia Standard Time