Location: Various locations across Australia (Remote and Onsite opportunities available)
Type: Contract, Permanent, or Subcontractor
Summary
SovereignSourced invites experienced Cybersecurity Analysts to join our employment register. This register provides a pathway to exclusive roles across industries such as government, healthcare, financial services, and critical infrastructure. While registering your interest doesn’t guarantee immediate placement, it ensures you're considered for exciting opportunities aligned with your expertise as they arise.
About the Role
Cybersecurity Analysts play a critical role in safeguarding organisations by monitoring, analysing, and responding to security threats. They focus on identifying vulnerabilities, monitoring network activity, and investigating security incidents to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data. Flexible engagement types, including contract, permanent, or subcontractor roles, allow you to build a career suited to your goals.
Salary Range
Cybersecurity Analyst salaries range from AUD 75,000 for junior-level positions to AUD 300,000 for senior contract roles in high-demand industries requiring advanced analytical expertise.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor security systems, networks, and applications for suspicious activity and potential threats.
Investigate and respond to security incidents, creating detailed reports on findings and mitigation actions.
Analyse logs and data from firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and endpoint protection tools.
Track and evaluate new and emerging threats, providing threat intelligence to stakeholders.
Support vulnerability management processes by identifying and reporting weaknesses for remediation.
Develop and maintain incident response playbooks and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Assist with compliance efforts by monitoring adherence to industry regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR).
Provide actionable insights and reports to leadership on the organisation’s security posture.
Skills and Experience
Demonstrated experience in cybersecurity monitoring, threat analysis, and incident response.
Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM platforms, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection systems.
Strong analytical skills for reviewing logs, network traffic, and security alerts to identify risks and anomalies.
Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks like NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or SOC 2.
Understanding of network protocols and common attack vectors (e.g., phishing, malware, ransomware).
Excellent communication skills for creating reports and presenting findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), or Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) are highly desirable.
Benefits of Joining
Gain access to roles at leading organisations across Australia’s most critical sectors.
Flexible work options tailored to your lifestyle and career goals.
Competitive remuneration packages that reflect your skills and expertise.
Opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies and strengthen your professional portfolio.
Important Note
Joining our employment register means your application will be retained and considered for future opportunities that match your skills and experience. Registering does not guarantee immediate placement but ensures you’re among the first to be considered for relevant roles as they arise.
