Cyber Security Analyst

About this role Our Digital & Information group has an exciting opportunity for a Cyber Security Analyst who’s eager to grow their career in a data‑rich, purpose‑driven organisation. Contract: 6 months . The role is responsible for building risk‑based cyber security controls and handling cyber security operations to protect Urban Utilities from current and emerging cyber security threats. This is achieved by partnering across the business and with third‑party security providers. The analyst ensures cyber security incidents, vulnerabilities, threats and risks are detected, managed, investigated and resolved as per Urban Utilities processes. Key Responsibilities Designs and executes test plans, ensuring that systems and services meet specified requirements. Provides technical guidance when required. Identifies risks and vulnerabilities, assesses their impact and probability, develops mitigation strategies and reports to the business. Configures environments to mirror real‑world usage, collaborates with stakeholders to refine requirements and manages scalable automated testing frameworks. Determines the risks associated with findings and non‑compliance and proposes corrective actions. Assesses, analyses, develops, documents and implements changes based on requests for change. About you Tertiary qualifications or degree in technology, engineering or related fields, or equivalent experience with certifications in Cyber/Microsoft security tools preferred. Proven experience in IT/OT/Cybersecurity with in‑depth knowledge of cybersecurity practices, SCADA systems, IT networks and communications. Solid experience working within the Utility Industries (Water or Electricity) at a fully competent level. Demonstrated experience collaborating with multi‑disciplinary teams, including cyber security, SCADA systems, IT and OT networks, and communications, at a fully competent level. Strong working knowledge of relevant frameworks and legislation such as the SOCI Act, Essential 8, ITIL, privacy legislation, ISO2700x, NIST CSF, C2M2 and IEC 62443. Expertise in Microsoft identity and security tools. Experience in planning, managing and organising resources within short to medium timescales, aligned with overall policy frameworks. Diversity & Inclusion At UU, we celebrate diversity. We genuinely believe that bringing together diversity of thoughts, perspectives and expressions is key and crucial to our success as a business. You might find you meet some, but not all, of the job requirements for this role. We’d still encourage you to apply as we are looking for the right human being for this role – it’s about so much more than ticking all the boxes Why Urban Utilities? At Urban Utilities, the work we do is about so much more than the bottom line. We’re a leading provider of world‑class drinking water and wastewater services to vibrant communities across Queensland. Our mission is to plan ahead and shape a sustainable future around water for generations to come. Benefits Flexible working arrangements based on role – options such as 9‑day forts and flexible days. 18 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave including two proactive wellbeing days, and an additional day of leave each year. Generous salary packaging options, including novated leases. Corporate discounts across health insurance, technology and more. Urban Utilities is an endorsed employer for women. See our range of benefits and policies directly at WORK180. How to apply Click on the ‘Apply’ button to complete your application. Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, which may include drug and alcohol testing, as well as other background checks as part of the recruitment process for this role. For further information please contact our Talent team at . #J-18808-Ljbffr