CareerPlan

Lead Cyber Security Threat Analysts

Canberra, Australian Capital TerritoryFull-time2026-10-12 → 2026-10-16
On-siteSecurity clearance required

Core

Lead threat-driven security analysis, assess emerging threats/vulnerabilities, and strengthen incident response for critical government systems.

Role type

Senior Lead Cyber Security Threat Analyst

Builds

Cyber defence strategies, detection capabilities, and incident response processes

Domain

National Security / Cyber Security

Required skills

Threat analysis, Vulnerability assessment, Incident response planning, Security controls review, Intelligence analysis, Security procedures development

Preferred skills

SOC environment experience, Splunk Enterprise Security, EDR platforms, NDR technologies, SOAR solutions

Technologies

Splunk Enterprise Security, EDR, NDR, SOAR

Responsibilities

Lead threat-driven security analysis across complex environments; Analyse intelligence sources to identify system-specific cyber threats; Monitor and investigate security events and potential incidents; Develop and improve incident response plans, playbooks, and procedures; Conduct vulnerability assessments and recommend remediation activities; Review existing security controls and identify areas for improvement; Establish processes for ongoing security monitoring and event analysis; Provide cyber security expertise and guidance to technical leadership and stakeholders

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC