Cyber Security Analyst

Cyber Security Analyst Join to apply for the Cyber Security Analyst role at Ipswich City Council . About The Role As Cyber Security Analyst, you’ll play a key role in our Cyber Security team, ensuring the smooth operation of day-to-day security activities. Your primary focus will be monitoring and responding to incidents, alerts, tickets, and requests to safeguard our systems and data. Some of your key responsibilities will include: Serve as the Level 2 escalation point for the Security Operations Centre Lead vulnerability management by tracking CVEs and coordinating critical patching Review new business proposals and perform comprehensive risk assessments Implement and enforce access controls in line with the Essential Eight and legislative requirements Support information governance by embedding cyber security best practices Contribute to the cyber security roadmap and help strengthen ICT capabilities About You To be successful in this role you will have: Certificate IV in Cyber Security Certification(s) in cyber security methodology standards (e.g. CISM, CISA, CompTia+ or similar) Highly developed skills and technical experience in the support and administration of Security Operations Centre (SOC) environments Email security and phishing protection technologies, including filtering, sandboxing, and user reporting mechanisms Familiarity with industry frameworks such as ASD Essential 8, ISO27001, or IS18 Benefits This is a permanent, full time position with a salary commencing at $110,838 plus 12.5% superannuation. Work/Life balance: Flex time and a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions Health and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more About Us Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities. Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision: ‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.’ We have a workplace culture built on our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people. Join us If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you. Apply Please apply online and submit: A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold Closing date: 2 December 2025 Please direct any related questions to Pre Employment Screening Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks. Equal Employment Opportunity IPSQ City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Information Technology Industries Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr