Cyber Security Analyst
Salary: $128,651 + superannuation
About Southern Ports
Southern Ports operates the gateway ports of Albany, Bunbury, and Esperance, connecting regional WA to global markets. We focus on safe, efficient, and sustainable port operations, delivering value to our customers and communities. With a strong commitment to our people, we’re building a diverse, high-performing workforce to support the future of regional trade.
Benefits of Joining Southern Ports
Joining Southern Ports Authority comes with numerous benefits that cater to a wide range of professional and personal needs, some examples being:
Flexible Working Arrangements: Enjoy a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle and personal commitments.
Annual Health and Well-being Benefits: Take advantage of programs and resources aimed at maintaining your physical and mental health.
Salary Sacrificing Options: Maximise your take-home pay through tailored salary packaging arrangements such as Novated Car Leasing and Superannuation
Opportunity to Travel: Experience different geographical regions in Western Australia, enhancing your professional and personal growth.
Generous Purchase Leave Options: Gain additional leave options to suit your personal needs and preferences.
Salary:
$128,651 + superannuation + regional allowance (if based regionally), increasing to $135,084 + superannuation + regional allowance from 1 January 2027.
The Role
The Cyber Security Analyst plays a key role in leading the monitoring, analysis, and response to cyber threats, delivering remediation to protect Southern Ports’ systems and data. Working autonomously on complex security initiatives, provide expert advice, and collaborate with our managed SOC to investigate incidents, refine playbooks, and drive continuous improvement.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Threat & Vulnerability Management – Operate and optimise scanning tools, coordinate remediation with service owners, and validate fixes through re-testing.
Reporting & Stakeholder Communication – Prepare clear security reports on risks, trends, and incidents to inform senior leaders and guide continuous improvement.
Cybersecurity Operations – Lead incident response, monitor alerts, investigate threats, and conduct post-incident reviews to maintain strong situational awareness.
Incident Response Development – Develop, test, and refine incident response procedures to enhance detection, containment, and recovery capabilities.
Cyber Security Awareness – Lead awareness training, coordinate phishing simulations, and promote secure behaviours across the organisation.
Risk Management – Manage the cybersecurity risk register, oversee third-party security performance, and support compliance with frameworks such as Essential 8, ISM, and NIST.
Required
Degree or advanced diploma qualification.
Extensive experience in a Cyber Security Operational role.
Demonstrated expertise using advanced information security technologies such as vulnerability management, endpoint protection, SIEM, and cloud security solutions including Microsoft Defender
Proven ability to produce detailed technical documentation and reports to support security operations, risk management, incident response, and compliance activities
Demonstrated knowledge of advanced techniques and processes to identify, prioritise, validate, and respond to security alerts and vulnerabilities across on-premise and cloud environments
Strong knowledge of security tools and methodologies used to analyse systems, identify indicators of compromise, and collect evidence for incident response activities
Ability to travel to Southern Ports locations (Albany, Bunbury, Esperance, and Perth)
Preferred
Relevant industry certifications such as:
ISC2 CCSP
CompTIA CySA+
ISACA CCOA, CRISC, or CISM
Microsoft SC-200
Working knowledge of scripting and query languages such as Windows PowerShell, Linux command line, or Kusto Query Language (KQL)
Comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISM, and Essential Eight
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive, self-motivated approach
Effective collaboration within cross-functional teams and ability to influence outcomes
To see the PD for this role, please copy and paste the below link into your browser:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/o83tujdehl4rupc4tglyv/PD-Cyber-Security-Analyst.pdf?rlkey=w3j361ad8j6go4v9zimh3htp1&st=w6kmw0y3&dl=0
To see the EA for this role, please copy and paste the below link into your browser:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/zl00nkbkszmtza1bk4g9b/Southern-Ports-Administration-and-Specialist-Agreement.pdf?rlkey=s4hra516xubkw7rmw9pnmc9fy&st=oi0p1668&dl=0
Requirements
To apply, please submit your application through our advertisement. Ensure you include an up-to-date resume.
To be eligible for this role, applicants must reside either Perth, Bunbury, Albany or Esperance and provide proof of Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
The successful applicant must:
Have a current Western Australian driver’s licence
Be able to obtain and maintain a Maritime Security Identification Card
Pass a pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol testing
Provide a National Police Certificate that is within a 6-month period.
Southern Ports is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, gender, age, religion, sexual preference or disability. We encourage applications from all culturally diverse backgrounds, Indigenous Australians and Non-Indigenous Australians. Southern Ports is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and impartial workplace with equal opportunities for all employees.
Applications close: COB 15 September 2026
We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process during the application period.