Senior Cyber Security Systems Analyst

Salary: $140+

Applications Close Date: ***Monday, 16 November 2026**

Estimated start date: Monday, 01 February 2027

Location of work: ACT - Flexible working arrangements

Length of contract: Up to 30 June 2027, plus 2 x 12 month extensions

Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain NV-1

An exciting opportunity to support cyber security uplift initiatives within a major federal government ICT environment.

We are seeking an experienced professional to analyse business and technical requirements, develop solution designs and drive the implementation of cyber security improvements.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyse and document business, functional and technical requirements to support cyber security uplift and risk reduction initiatives.

• Develop system specifications, solution designs, process models, integration diagrams and technical documentation.

• Support cyber security initiatives across vulnerability management, identity and access management, security monitoring and compliance.

• Assess existing ICT systems to identify security gaps, technical risks and opportunities for improvement.

• Collaborate with cyber security, infrastructure, engineering and operational teams to develop and implement effective solutions.

• Support system accreditation, assurance, compliance, testing and quality management activities.

• Evaluate technical solutions, including feasibility, costs, resource requirements, risks and benefits.

• Manage system changes, enhancements, implementation activities and ongoing operational performance.

• Coordinate stakeholders, resolve issues and ensure projects are delivered effectively and on time.

• Review technical documentation and deliverables, providing guidance, feedback and quality assurance.

Knowledge, Qualifications & Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of cyber security frameworks and standards, including PSPF, ISM, Essential Eight and NIST.

• Proven experience delivering cyber security uplift, risk reduction, compliance and remediation initiatives within complex ICT environments.

• Experience in business and systems analysis, requirements management, feasibility assessments and solution design.

• Hands-on knowledge of security technologies, including Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, Rapid7 and Tenable.

• Experience with cloud platforms, including Microsoft Azure, AWS and Google Cloud Platform.

• Understanding of enterprise infrastructure, application architecture, system integration, data flows and security controls.

• Experience with vulnerability management, identity and access management (IAM), security monitoring and cloud security.

• Knowledge of Windows and Linux environments, system accreditation and security assurance documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs) and Security Risk Assessments (SRAs).

• Ability to translate complex cyber security and operational requirements into practical technical solutions.

Essential Selection Criteria

1. Proven experience delivering cyber security uplift, resilience, remediation and compliance initiatives within complex ICT environments, preferably in Australian Government or regulated sectors.

2. Demonstrated experience performing the key responsibilities of the role, with relevant technical skills, technologies, frameworks and methodologies.

3. Strong knowledge and practical experience applying cyber security frameworks and standards, including the PSPF, ISM, Essential Eight and other relevant security and risk management frameworks.

4. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior executives, technical teams, business stakeholders and external providers.

5. Must hold and maintain a current Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance.