Principal Security Analyst

Hybrid work environment, based in Sydney
- Permanent opportunity
- Play an important part shaping the future of our iconic Australian institution

About the team

Reporting to the Manager of the Cyber Threat Intelligence Centre (CTIC), you will join a focused cross-functional team of cyber security and threat intelligence experts. The CTIC delivers solutions to combat complex cyber threats and provides actionable threat intelligence to defend the RBA. The CTIC also serves as a hub for data processing, analysis and intelligence sharing.

There is a strong culture for collaboration, innovation and celebrating personal successes. The team is constantly looking to improve and welcomes fresh perspectives and ideas.

About the role-
- Lead the cyber insider threat program, including the development of standards, procedures and processes to detect, prevent and respond to insider threats, while ensuring alignment with the overall cyber security strategy.- Build trust and strong cross-functional relationships across the Bank (e.g. with Physical Security, People Department, Legal, Fraud and Risk) to achieve common goals and outcomes.-
- You will produce and disseminate contextualised, relevant and timely strategic, operational and tactical (technical) cyber threat intelligence products and services to internal and external stakeholders, with the aim of reducing cyber risk, and enabling the effective prioritisation of security work. This may include intelligence briefings/presentations, short and long form written reports, technical analysis, dashboards, security alerts, curated threat feeds, or other products designed to meet stakeholder requirements.- You will represent the RBA at various domestic and international security forums, conferences and events, remotely and in person, and contribute to establishing the RBA as a key thought leader and contributor within the space.- You may be required to mentor and/or manage less experienced staff to develop their skills and achieve organisational outcomes.- Support cross-functional responsibilities and other duties as directed by the Manager of the CTIC

About you- To be successful in this critical role, you will bring:
- At least 5 years' experience in cyber threat intelligence, counterintelligence, insider risk or related disciplines. Alternatively, a minimum of 7 years' experience in an adjacent (cyber security or information technology) discipline.- Demonstrable experience managing key stakeholder relationships, and an ability to build, maintain and enhance those relationships.- Detailed knowledge and technical understanding of the threat landscape, threat actors, attack patterns, adversarial behaviours and tradecraft, including Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs), especially those relevant to Government, the Financial Sector or Critical Infrastructure.- A broad understanding of general cybersecurity and information technology topics and principles relevant to a modern enterprise environment.- Expertise in managing complex investigation, coordinating multiple departments and resolving security incidents- Strong presentation, written and verbal communication skills, backed up by an ability to rationalise and articulate the conclusions you make from your analytical work.- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent practical experience- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM)- CREST Registered Threat Intelligence Analyst (CRTIA)- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)- CERT Insider Threat Program Manager (ITPM) Certificate (or equivalent)

Be More

Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the RBA forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.

Why RBA?

The RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operate infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people. Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people, values, and culture play a critical role in achieving our objectives. Striving to be Open & Dynamic, we consider and incorporate different perspectives, work across teams and are transparent with each other, whilst delivering quality together effectively and focusing on outcomes by prioritising, testing, learning, and refining as we go. Our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry and we treat one another with respect while promotin