Lead Cyber Security Analyst

**Lead Cyber Security Analyst**

**At BAE Systems Australia**
- Do interesting work that MATTERS
- ENJOY what you do
- GROW your career
- Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector - one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

**About the OPPORTUNITY**

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Cyber Security Analyst to join our Central Functions line of business. We are flexible with locations, although Adelaide is the preferred location for this position.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and Hybrid working.

Reporting to the Cyber Security Operations Manager, you will work within the Cyber Security Operations team and will be responsible for leading elements of critical capabilities such as incident response, digital forensics, cyber security engineering, and acting as a cyber-security technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for projects. You will have a very high level of understanding around how operating systems and networks work, how threats actors breach these systems, what controls can be put in place to minimise the likelihood of such incidents, and how to build and maintain cyber security solutions.

You will ensure that the organisation’s strong cyber security posture is maintained through a number of proactive and reactive programs of work, work with other cyber security streams and other business units to ensure cyber security operational requirements are being met in order to deliver strong capabilities to the organisation. You will identify cyber security gaps within our environment and undertake remediation activities to resolve such gaps.

Key responsibilities include:

- Lead a small team of analysts focussed on specific cyber security capabilities
- Operate as a cyber-security technical SME for both unclassified and classified environments
- Review, build, maintain, and mature cyber security capabilities to ensure the company is protected against existing and developing threats
- Lead in incident response, forensic reviews, and internal investigations
- Be an escalation point for complex queries
- Mentor and develop team members of various levels
- Participate in internal/ external cyber security forums and exercises
- Maintain a thorough understanding of the organisation’s security posture and be proactive in recommending changes and enhancements where required
- Participate in on-call roster as needed

**About YOU**
- A degree in ICT/ Engineering or equivalent experience
- Professional Cyber Security certifications such as those from Offensive Security or SANS an advantage
- Proven experience leading a small team of cyber security professionals
- Demonstrated experience working in incident response and digital forensics
- Detailed understanding of hacker tools, techniques and procedures
- Experience in IT fundamentals such as systems administration and networking
- Good understanding of Information security manual (ISM) and other global Industry security standards (NIST, ISO, PCI DSS, etc.) relating to ICT Security
- Broad stakeholder communication skills (cross-functional), strong customer focus able to utilise negotiation skills and manage potential conflicts
- Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
- Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain
- Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations

**About US**

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

**Clearances**

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either