Cyber Security Analyst

Southern Ports operates the gateway ports of Albany, Bunbury, and Esperance, connecting regional WA to global markets. We focus on safe, efficient, and sustainable port operations, delivering value to our customers and communities. With a strong commitment to our people, we’re building a diverse, high-performing workforce to support the future of regional trade. Benefits of Joining Southern Ports Flexible Working Arrangements: Enjoy a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle and personal commitments. Annual Health and Well-being Benefits: Take advantage of programs and resources aimed at maintaining your physical and mental health. Salary Sacrificing Options: Maximise your take-home pay through tailored salary packaging arrangements such as Novated Car Leasing and Superannuation Opportunity to Travel: Experience different geographical regions in Western Australia, enhancing your professional and personal growth. Generous Purchase Leave Options: Gain additional leave options to suit your personal needs and preferences. $128,651 + superannuation + regional allowance if based regionally. The Role The Cyber Security Analyst plays a key role in leading the monitoring, analysis, and response to cyber threats, delivering remediation to protect Southern Ports’ systems and data. Working autonomously on complex security initiatives, provide expert advice, and collaborate with our managed SOC to investigate incidents, refine playbooks, and drive continuous improvement. Key Duties and Responsibilities Cybersecurity Operations – Lead incident response, monitor alerts, investigate threats, and conduct post-incident reviews to maintain strong situational awareness. Threat & Vulnerability Management – Operate and optimise scanning tools, coordinate remediation with service owners, and validate fixes through re-testing. Risk Management – Manage the cybersecurity risk register, oversee third‑party security performance, and support compliance with frameworks such as Essential 8, ISM, and NIST. Incident Response Development – Develop, test, and refine incident response procedures to enhance detection, containment, and recovery capabilities. Reporting & Stakeholder Communication – Prepare clear security reports on risks, trends, and incidents to inform senior leaders and guide continuous improvement. Cyber Security Awareness – Lead awareness training, coordinate phishing simulations, and promote secure behaviours across the organisation. Required Degree or advanced diploma qualification. Extensive experience in a Cyber Security Operational role. Demonstrated expertise using advanced information security technologies such as vulnerability management, endpoint protection, SIEM, and cloud security solutions including Microsoft Defender. Proven ability to produce detailed technical documentation and reports to support security operations, risk management, incident response, and compliance activities. Demonstrated knowledge of advanced techniques and processes to identify, prioritise, validate, and respond to security alerts and vulnerabilities across on‑premise and cloud environments. Strong knowledge of security tools and methodologies used to analyse systems, identify indicators of compromise, and collect evidence for incident response activities. Ability to travel to Southern Ports locations (Albany, Bunbury, Esperance, and Perth). Preferred ISC2 CCSP CompTIA CySA+ ISACA CCOA, CRISC, or CISM Microsoft SC-200 Working knowledge of scripting and query languages such as Windows PowerShell, Linux command line, or Kusto Query Language (KQL) Comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISM, and Essential Eight Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a proactive, self‑motivated approach Effective collaboration within cross‑functional teams and ability to influence outcomes To apply, please submit your application through our advertisement. Ensure you include an up‑to‑date resume. To be eligible for this role, applicants must reside either Perth, Bunbury, Albany or Esperance and provide proof of Australian citizenship or permanent residency. The successful applicant must: Be able to obtain and maintain a Maritime Security Identification Card. Pass a pre‑employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol testing. Provide a National Police Certificate that is within a 6‑month period. Applications close: COB 2nd January 2026 Southern Ports is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, gender, age, religion, sexual preference or disability. We encourage applications from all culturally diverse backgrounds, Indigenous Australians and Non‑Indigenous Australians. Southern Ports is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and impartial workplace with equal opportunities for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr