- Senior Security Operation Analyst *2
- 6-month contract with possible extensions
- Based in Sydney CBD/ Parramatta (Hybrid)
- $833/ DAY+ SUPER
- Perform the investigation, containment, and resolution of major or complex cyber security incidents.
- Support analysis of security alerts, threat intelligence, and anomalous activity across networks, endpoints, and cloud environments.
- Develop and refine detection use cases and correlation rules in SIEM and XDR platforms.
- Monitor and respond to SIEM alerts for indications of potential cyber security events and incidents
- Perform in-depth analysis of cyber security events and incidents to determine the root cause, impact, and appropriate remediation actions
- Perform threat hunting and proactive defence initiatives using data-driven techniques and behavioural analytics.
- Drive continual improvement of security monitoring capabilities, incident response playbooks, and SOC processes.
- Ensure alignment with organisational security frameworks, policies, and compliance obligations (e.g. CPS 234, ISO 27001, NIST).
- Minimum 6+ years of experience in cyber security operations or technical security roles within large or complex organisations.
- Operational knowledge of data loss prevention and forensics technologies
- Demonstrated expertise with endpoint detection and response technologies
- Considerable technical expertise operating a SIEM and performing log analysis of various formats
- Expert knowledge of IT Security principles/practices across infrastructure & applications
- Worked within a SOC environment
- Outstanding written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to present technical evidence clearly and in a manner for nontechnical readership
- Experience in responding to and investigating cyber security incidents and events
- Experience of cloud security technologies and practices
- Experience handling high-severity security incidents and complex threat scenarios.
- Experience working in or closely with enterprise SOC or MSSP environments.
- Experience in governance frameworks and compliance environments (e.g. CPS 234, Essential Eight, NIST, ISO).
- Demonstrated ability to operate independently with sound judgement, accountability, and integrity.
If you would like to apply, please contact Sonali Jain -sjain@quayappointments.com.au
