Senior Information Security Analyst

• Information Technology Services

• Full-time, fixed-term position for 24 months (with an opportunity for extension)

• Base salary will be in the range $100,554 - $109,496 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)

• Based at Long Pocket only 10 minutes from St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity 

AUSCERT (the Australian Cyber Emergency Response Team), is seeking an experienced and qualified Senior Information Security Analyst to provide technical and operational support within our dynamic Analyst Team.

In this role, you'll also contribute to the implementation of strategic initiatives alongside the General Manager and Analyst Team Lead, helping to maintain AUSCERT’s position as a leading cybersecurity organisation.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 

• Consume and analyse information sources and prepare threat intelligence alerts and reports.

• Explore opportunities for, and provide guidance on, the expansion of threat intelligence services for member organisations.

• Consult on the technical aspects of information technology and provide high level support for Vulnerability Management services (e.g. monitoring of publicly facing infrastructure; preparation of security bulletins; drafting of incident notifications).

• Incident support and other related provision of services to members (e.g. phishing takedown requests and follow-up).

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• UQ Study for Staff

• Free parking available to all staff at our Long Pocket site

• Salary packaging options

About You  

• A bachelor's degree with a significant information technology component, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and/or training.

• Formal training and/or industry certifications (e.g., SANS/GIAC; CISSP; CISM; CSSLP) in one or more of the following areas will be highly regarded: IT security related discipline, systems administration, programming or networking.

• At least four years’ experience in the IT industry, with at least two years of experience relevant to IT security (for example,
  threat intelligence; vulnerability management; IT security incident resolution; CSIRT team experience; etc.)

• Knowledge and experience in threat intelligence standards, tools and practices (e.g., MISP).

• Knowledge and experience in standard approaches and tools to perform vulnerability assessments.

• Knowledge and experience of incident management processes and activities.

• Sound knowledge and experience of security controls and security management.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrable ability to work effectively with others to achieve positive outcomes and mentor junior staff member.

• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, think creatively and develop innovative solutions to complex security challenges.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, and criminal check.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Ivano Bongiovanni via i.bongiovanni@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

Want to Apply? 

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume

• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday 7 July 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-51411). Please note interviews have been tentatively schedule for the week commencing Monday 7 July 2025.