Location: Carseldine, QLD | Type: Contract (Initial 12 months with extension options)
Are you a highly skilled Cyber Security Senior Analyst with a passion for proactive defense and incident resolution? Do you thrive in a dynamic Security Operations Centre (SOC) environment? Our recruitment agency is partnering with a major Queensland Government Agency responsible for critical public infrastructure to find a top-tier professional to enhance their cybersecurity capabilities.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on mission-critical systems and collaborate with an established Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) to protect vital government assets.
The Opportunity
As a Cyber Security Specialist - SOC Senior Analyst, you will be a key contributor to the agency’s Security Operations Centre, playing a critical role in the identification, investigation, and resolution of cyber security threats. You will leverage your expertise to go beyond basic monitoring, actively hunting for threats and driving process improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Incident Response & Management: Proactively monitor for cyber security threats, assess events to determine potential security incidents, and execute effective containment and mitigation measures using established playbooks.
Threat Hunting: Perform dedicated threat hunting activities to proactively identify and respond to emerging threats across the environment.
Investigation & Enrichment: Conduct in-depth investigations, enriching security events with contextual data, Indicators of Compromise (IoCs), and insights into attacker Tools, Tactics, and Procedures (TTPs).
Collaboration: Work seamlessly with the Managed Service Provider (MSP), internal IT teams, customer teams, and the Queensland Government Cyber Security Unit (QGCSU) to ensure swift incident resolution and reporting.
Analysis & Improvement: Conduct root cause analysis post-incident to identify underlying vulnerabilities. Prepare detailed investigation findings, follow-up actions, and actively contribute to the continuous improvement of SOC workflows, documentation, and incident response processes.
Education: Assist in educating teams on security events, their implications, and the refinement of security procedures.
Skills & Experience Required
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate significant experience in a SOC environment, preferably at a senior analyst level, and possess a strong understanding of the cyber security kill chain and modern defense strategies.
Proven experience in a Senior SOC Analyst or similar role.
Expertise in security event monitoring, incident triage, containment, and resolution.
Strong knowledge of threat intelligence, IoCs, and threat hunting methodologies.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with experience coordinating with various technical and non-technical stakeholders (including MSSPs).
A commitment to continuous professional development and process improvement.
Why Apply?
This is an unparalleled chance to secure a long-term contract within a stable and highly respected Queensland Government Agency. You will be contributing directly to the security of critical public services, working on complex and high-impact security challenges.
Ready to apply your expertise to protect essential public services?
Apply now by submitting your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted immediately.
Due to the nature of this client, successful candidates may be required to undergo relevant security checks.
You must be a Brisbane based candidate with unlimited working rights to be considered. Your application will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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