Security Analyst (SCAD 4)
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Summary
Contract Security Analyst role (ASAP start through 30 Sept 2027) in Canberra supporting sensitive Australian Government investigations via recruiter Compas. Day to day: lead digital forensics and incident response work, process large evidentiary datasets, and deliver findings using eDiscovery tools like Nuix and Elasticsearch. Requires a current TSPV clearance.
Job Title: Security Analyst | Digital Forensics & eDiscovery Support sensitive investigations within a complex Australian Government environment as a Security Analyst specialising in digital forensics, incident response and advanced data analysis. Work with specialist eDiscovery tools, including Nuix and Elasticsearch or equivalent technologies, to examine electronic evidence, manage large datasets and deliver investigative findings.
Location: ACT
Contract Duration: ASAP start through to 30 September 2027
Security Clearance Requirement: Current TSPV clearance
Closing Date: 10:00am, 13 November 2026
Essential Tasks:
About Compas: Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.
YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE: Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current TSPV clearance.
Location: ACT
Contract Duration: ASAP start through to 30 September 2027
Security Clearance Requirement: Current TSPV clearance
Closing Date: 10:00am, 13 November 2026
Essential Tasks:
- Coordinate, contribute to and lead digital forensic and incident response investigations, analysing electronic evidence using specialist eDiscovery applications.
- Prepare and process large evidentiary datasets for ingestion, indexing and searching while maintaining data integrity.
- Apply advanced data analysis techniques using Nuix, Elasticsearch or equivalent technologies to support investigative findings and reporting.
- Manage sensitive investigative information in accordance with relevant legislation, data-sharing requirements, policies and operational procedures.
- Demonstrated experience in digital forensics, data analysis and supporting complex investigations.
- Strong capability with forensic eDiscovery tools, including Nuix, Elasticsearch or equivalent applications.
- Experience managing large evidentiary datasets, maintaining data integrity and producing analytical findings.
- Understanding of relevant data-sharing legislation and investigative procedures. ICT certifications, application specialisations or a Certificate IV in Government Investigations are desirable.
About Compas: Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.
YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE: Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current TSPV clearance.