Junior Security Analyst

Work Type : Full Time

Location : QLD
- Join an exciting growth phase with a well-known insurance brand.
- Full-time, permanent opportunity with competitive remuneration.
- Toowong location - close to the city and public transport

**About us**
At Auto & General (A&G), we provide smarter products and solutions to safeguard our customers in their time of need. Our range of general insurance products protect customers on the road, at home and on holiday with various Car, Motorcycle, Home, Contents, Pet and Travel Insurance products as well as Roadside Assistance.

**Your new team**
The Security Team is tasked with protecting Auto & General from cyberl threats and vulnerabilities while helping to ensure security is front of mind.

**The role**
As a Security Analyst, you will assist in providing a safe and secure environment for customers, employees and Auto & General as a whole. The role performs an operational function in Auto & General’s capabilities in protecting, defending, responding to and recovering from cyber incidents. In this role, you will:

- Provide support in identifying, analysing and making recommendations to mitigate vulnerabilities to Auto & General information technology (IT) systems and/or networks.
- Provide support in performing reviews and evaluation of incoming cybersecurity information to determine their appropriateness and prepare responses and/or assign to relevant support teams.
- Provide support to the communication of relevant security procedures and/or processes as relevant.
- Configure and maintain security tools and analysis and report on network activity
- Work with multiple teams across business and technology to identify security requirements and make recommendations
- Monitor for and perform initial risk assessment on new vulnerabilities affecting our systems.
- Proactively respond to any potential cyber issues following predefined actions to handle BAU and High severity issues including escalating to other support groups.
- Investigate, document, respond and report on cyber security issues and emerging trends.
- Support the implementation and operational delivery of an aspect of a Security service, for example; Investigation Team, Incident Management Team, Policy and procedures.
- Investigate cybersecurity events or crimes related to information technology (IT) systems, networks, and digital evidence.
- Contribute to the selection and implementation of new technology and solutions, including in the assistance of the development of business cases.

**What experience you’ll bring**:

- Essential_
- Ability to analyse and interpret data into useable and actionable information/intelligence
- Operational networking knowledge
- Operational knowledge of risk, control, vulnerability assessments and incident management
- Strong and effective Communication, including verbal, report writing & presentations skills
- Ability to develop, document, implement and continually evolve operating policies, processes and procedures.
- Demonstrated drive and passion for Cyber Security and a will to succeed.
- Desirable_
- Experience in the Banking, Finance & Insurance and/or Technology industry servicing these sectors.
- Bachelor Degree in ICT/Computer Science or compatible Degree or equivalent experience
- Introductory security certifications eg MTA Security Fundamentals, SSCP or studying towards advanced certificaions eg CISSP

**Our perks**
- **Location** - Our office is conveniently based in Toowong Village shopping centre - a city fringe location with access to retail, restaurants, various parking options and public transport.
- **Extra leave** - Enjoy additional leave days on us You’ll receive a paid ‘ME’ day and one paid volunteer leave day annually. Team members can also purchase up to two additional weeks of leave per year.
- **Paid parental leave**:

- We support our new parents with paid parental leave and other benefits.
- **Workplace giving** - If you’re passionate about a cause, then we are too - we offer workplace giving and we’ll dollar match your donations to registered charities.
- **Development opportunities**:

- We’re championing your development with internal programs and access to a wide range of online courses.
- **Employee discounts** - You’ll receive discounts on Budget Direct Car, Home, and Travel insurance.
- **Reward and recognition** - We reward high performance with employee recognition, reward and incentive schemes.
- **Onsite facilities** - There’s excellent end-of-trip facilities on offer and private spaces for nursing mothers.
- **Get social** - Join our vibrant social and community activities including annual celebrations, family fun days and regular events across each of our sites.

**Auto & General values individual differences and believes in fostering an inclusive culture that creates a great place to work for all.**

*A note from Auto & General to recruitment agencies: We politely ask that you avoid making any approaches or sending an