Cyber Security Consultant

Whizdom


Date: 1 day ago
City: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Salary: A$160 - A$170 per hour
Contract type: Contractor

Cyber Security/ SIEM Specialist


  • Canberra based opportunity – must be available to work onsite 5 days per week.
  • Applicants must be an Australian Citizen and an active Baseline, or higher, Security Clearance.


About the Role & Client

Our client is a well-known multinational consultancy who is working with a Government end client.

Employees enjoy access to cutting-edge resources, continuous learning and development programs, and a collaborative environment that fosters creativity and career growth.


The Cyber Security SIEM Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day management, monitoring, and analysis of security information and event management (SIEM) tools within the organization. This role requires a highly skilled individual who can leverage SAP ETD and Microsoft Sentinel to detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats in real-time, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical data and systems.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor, analyse, and manage alerts generated by SAP ETD and Microsoft Sentinel, investigating potential security incidents.
  • Develop and maintain effective security policies, procedures, and guidelines related to SIEM operations.
  • Utilise SIEM dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate security status to stakeholders.
  • Conduct regular security audits and assessments to ensure the SIEM solution is optimally configured and aligned with current threat landscapes.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance SIEM capabilities and response efficacy.
  • Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, attack patterns, and mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards


Required Attributes and Skills:

  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in SIEM administration, ideally with both SAP ETD and Microsoft Sentinel.
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or similar certifications are strongly preferred.
  • Proven expertise in threat detection, incident response, and security event management.
  • Strong understanding of network security, cloud security, and cyber threat intelligence.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team, often under pressure and tight deadlines.


Mandatory Requirements:

  • Must have an active AGSVA Baseline Clearance, preferred to have AGSVA NV1 Clearance or be eligible to obtain one.
  • Must be an Australian Citizen
  • Mandatory to be on site 5 days a week.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.


How to Apply:

Upload your resume, and further instructions will be provided to suitable candidates.


Call Katrina Gabriel on 0489 923 756 or email [email protected] for any further information.


Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.

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