Cyber Monitoring Specialist

Our Federal Government client is seeking an experienced Cyber Monitoring Specialist. This is a 12 month contract with up to 24 month extension option. The role is open to Australian citizens with an active NV1 clearance.

• 12 month contract with up to 24 month extension option.
• Australian citizens with an active NV1 clearance.
• Hybrid role ( 3 days from office and 2 days WFH).
• Canberra based.
• Paxus pays weekly.

The role requires in-depth knowledge of cyber security fundamentals to accurately determine impact, relevance of emerging and existing threats to operating environments. The Cyber Monitoring Specialist will draw upon their knowledge of detection methodologies and technologies, attack vectors, vulnerability management principles, network security, security engineering principles, information systems control design, and control monitoring.

To be successful in this role you must:

• The Cyber Monitoring Specialist with monitoring developer skills will use their in-depth knowledge of specific ICT Platforms to provide expert advice on the monitoring solutions.
• They will work closely with the key 3rd party suppliers - Elastic and Dynatrace, to ensure the provision of a robust infrastructure and that stakeholders have access to the information they need.
• Exercises a considerable degree of independence, with decision-making substantially dependent on their high-level judgement and consideration of wider agency implications, with work being performed under the general guidance of senior management.
• Develop integration solutions between systems and our Monitoring tools. Implement monitoring solutions using the enterprise tools suites.
• Work with organisational change processes. Document processes and skill share with the wider team.
• Provide technical guidance, leadership, and support to Cyber Security Operations staff while overseeing Cyber Threat Detection roles.
• Prioritise tasking and duties in accordance with direction from Cyber Security Division teams considering risk, urgency and impact using independent judgement.

To be considered for this role you must:

• Proficiency in managing SIEM platforms IBM QRadar and Elastic and Dynatrace.
• Knowledge of network architecture concepts including topology, protocols, components, and principles.Experience in developing SIEM use cases and/or rules.
• Experience in SIEM administration.
• Understanding of the requirements of network security monitoring.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of Windows and Unix/Linux logging.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK Framework.

When inquiring about this role, please quote the job number #267301

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Irina Alrogi on +61 (0)2 6151 9203 or email: [email protected] and quote the above job reference number.

Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.