Cyber Support Analyst

Job description

Agency Department of Corporate and Digital Development Work unit ICT Services – Cyber Security

Job title Cyber Support Analyst Designation Administrative Officer 5

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing commencing 12/01/2026

Salary $88,297 - $92,687 Location Darwin

Position number RTF Closing 18/11/2025

Contact officer Debbie McCarthy at

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APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY

QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with

disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss

this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the

OCPE website.

Primary objective

Under the direction of the Cyber Security Analyst, follow the NT Government's ICT framework to help protect existing and proposed

systems, applications, software, networks and supporting infrastructure against cyber related threats and ensure the responsive

development, management and resilience of the NT Government's ICT operating environment.

Context statement

The Department of Corporate and Digital Development manages digital systems on behalf of NT Government agencies. This position in

all of government Cyber Security unit provides advice and review of technology proposals; design, implementation and proactive

monitoring of cyber protections for the NTG computing environment; incident response and management of security issues.The position

operates in a centralised, outsourced ICT environment that may require occasional out-of-hours work.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Support the analysis and assessment of existing and proposed systems, applications, software, networks and supporting infrastructure

to help protect the NT Government's ICT operating environment, including helping to monitor security controls, regulatory compliance

and identifying potential risks.

1. Security monitoring, threat hunting and incident management of the NT Governments IT infrastructure and systems.

2. Assist in managing the day-to-day delivery, administration, maintenance, and support for the operational cyber security environment

and assign priorities to work and service requests, problems, and changes.

1. Participate in cyber security projects, including cloud assessments, penetration testing, and remediation activities as required.

2. Provide administrative support services to the Director and team members including assisting with preparation and coordination of

high-level documentation, procurement and general correspondence.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Sound experience and knowledge of ICT services and infrastructure including the development and delivery of computer, server, local

area and wide area network services and associated security for a large and highly dispersed client base.

1. Good knowledge of incident management and cyber related risk assessment and mitigation strategies, including associated legislative

compliance, governance frameworks policies and procedures. e.g. ISO27000, ASD Essential 8.

1. Demonstrated experience in supporting or coordinating delivery of ICT security solutions from an operational and/or project tracking

reporting perspective.

1. Well-developed organisational and interpersonal skills to efficiently manage and prioritise own workload, work effectively

autonomously and in a team, and interact effectively with a range of stakeholders.

1. Good problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse and research issues, articulate complex concepts and suggest effective solutions.

2. Hold, or be able to obtain, an AusCheck security clearance from the Australian Department of Home Affairs.

3. High level of integrity in dealing with confidential and sensitive information.

4. Demonstrated work ethic and attitude which emulates DCDD values of Commitment to Service, Innovation, Ethical Practice,

Accountability, Impartiality, Diversity and Respect.

Desirable

1. Tertiary qualification in ICT or related discipline with industry certifications in Cyber Security e.g. CISSP, CISM, CISA.

2. Post-graduate qualifications in relevant area e.g. Cyber Security

Further information

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to commencement; a criminal history will not exclude

an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. The candidate must be willing to undergo an AGSVA Clearance

process if requested. When choosing to apply for this position, the applicant should consider the full requirements of the position in

aligning to their work experience and capabilities to this role. Please refer to the Capability Framework