Senior Cyber Security Analyst

About The Role

Band 5 – starting from $125,000 + Super pa however final salary based on skills and experience

TasNetworks is seeking an experienced

Senior Cyber Security Analyst to strengthen our cyber resilience across both IT and OT environments. In this senior specialist role, you will lead complex threat investigations, drive enterprise threat intelligence capability, and provide authoritative cyber security advice that protects Tasmania’s critical infrastructure.

You’ll work closely with system owners, engineers, operational teams and senior stakeholders to uplift our defensive posture, enhance incident response readiness, and ensure alignment with regulatory obligations including AESCSF and the SOCI Act. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving sophisticated security challenges, and wants to make a meaningful impact in a critical infrastructure setting.

What You’ll Do

• Lead threat intelligence — Develop and enhance enterprise threat intelligence practices, information sources and processes to strengthen threat‑informed decision making.
• Drive advanced threat detection — Conduct complex threat hunting, detection and analysis activities across IT and OT environments.
• Assess and communicate cyber risk — Prioritise vulnerabilities, analyse threat impacts and provide clear, risk‑based recommendations.
• Strengthen incident response — Lead cross‑functional investigations and coordinate technical response activities during cyber security incidents.
• Provide specialist advisory — Offer authoritative guidance on secure architecture, system hardening, vulnerability remediation and risk treatment.
• Support strategic uplift — Contribute to cyber strategy, roadmaps, standards, operational procedures and capability uplift initiatives.
• Collaborate across the enterprise — Work with engineering, operations, technology and risk teams to improve cyber resilience.
• Represent TasNetworks externally — Participate in industry forums, threat intelligence networks and critical infrastructure collaborations.
• Ensure regulatory alignment — Support compliance with AESCSF, SOCI and other relevant energy‑sector obligations.

About You

You are a highly capable cyber security specialist with deep experience in threat intelligence, incident analysis or threat hunting within complex enterprise or critical infrastructure environments. You bring strong judgement, advanced analytical capability and the confidence to lead investigations and influence risk‑based decisions.

You Will Bring

• Specialist cyber expertise — Demonstrated capability in threat intelligence, incident analysis, threat hunting or digital forensics.
• Critical infrastructure understanding — Experience working in or supporting OT environments and knowledge of energy‑sector frameworks.
• Regulatory awareness — Understanding of AESCSF, SOCI and relevant cyber and energy‑sector obligations.
• Advanced analytical skills — Ability to interpret complex data, identify patterns and make sound risk‑based decisions.
• Strong communication — Ability to translate technical findings into clear, actionable insights for diverse stakeholders.
• Stakeholder influence — Confidence engaging system owners, engineers and operational teams to drive timely risk mitigation.
• Innovation mindset — Ability to identify opportunities to improve processes, tools and defensive capability.
• Relevant qualifications — Degree in Security, Engineering, IT or equivalent relevant experience.

What's on offer

This is a permanent full-time opportunity, based in Lenah Valley, Tasmania with an attractive remuneration and benefits package to be negotiated with the successful candidate.

At TasNetworks we want to power a bright future for our people, our community and our customers. We offer a supportive work environment where safety is at the heart of everything we do.

As an “employer of choice” we offer excellent employee benefits including:

• Free onsite car parking
• 20 days of annual leave per year + an additional 3 days of leave between Christmas and New Year
• Electricity discount of 16.66%
• Paid volunteer days (we strive to give back to the community)
• Onsite gyms (plus an annual health and wellbeing rebate)
• Career development — including access to our own RTO
• An annual health and wellbeing rebate
• All the tools and equipment you need to be successful

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How to apply

Please ensure you attach a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience align with this role, and a current resume. For more information about this opportunity and to acquire a position description, please click

If you meet many of the requirements but not all, we encourage you to apply. We value those looking for further growth and development, please apply and talk to us about what this looks like for you.

Applications close

11:59pm Wednesday 15 July 2026, however, we will be reviewing applications upon receipt and may commence our recruitment process prior to the closing date.

For further information about the role, please contact

Louw Striker, Team Leader Cyber Analysts–

TasNetworks is committed to equal opportunity and values a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals and those of all ages.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role. Successful applicants will undergo necessary pre-employment checks.

TasNetworks is Powering a Bright Future by delivering safe and sustainable essential services while maximising value for all of Lutruwita/Tasmania.

As Tasmania’s provider of electricity transmission and distribution services, we are committed to providing our customers with affordable and reliable electricity, while helping Australia transition to cleaner energy sources. We have 300,000 residential, business, commercial, and industrial customers, and are committed to working with our community to make a meaningful difference to the lives of Tasmanians – through and beyond the delivery of electricity and telecommunication services.

By joining TasNetworks, you will experience the difference of a company that puts customers first, values safety above all, unifies in the face of challenges, and embraces diversity and forward thinking.

Together, we are powering a bright future for Lutruwita/Tasmania.

Can you see yourself living here?

If you're considering a move, Tasmania's capital city, historic Nipaluna/Hobart, offers an incredible setting for success in this role. Located on the picturesque river Derwent, you'll be surrounded by breathtaking world heritage wilderness areas just a short distance away. Immerse yourself in a relaxed lifestyle and have easy access to iconic destinations like Mona, Port Arthur, and the historic Hobart Waterfront. Nipaluna/Hobart will provide a captivating backdrop to your professional journey.