Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 136274

 

Location

ACT 

 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $90,199.00 and $103,770.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Mark Impellizzeri at Mark.Impellizzeri@homeaffairs.gov.au  

 

Office Arrangements

Flexible  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 27/02/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position/s. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT.
 

About our team

 

GM Technology & Major Cap Group | Cyber Risk Services | Cyber Risk Services | Cyber Prevention

 

The Cyber Prevention Section informs measures to defeat adversaries upstream of an incident, improves system security confidence, and assure the cyber security operations centre (CSOC).

The all-source CTI team delivers timely, relevant and accurate intelligence products, tailored to the intended audience, analysing the intent, capability and opportunity of cyber adversaries. Intelligence acts as a service to approved clients by reporting on agreed Intelligence Requirements (IRs). This supports decision making at Strategic, Operational, and Tactical levels.

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

 

Our ideal candidate

 

The Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst supervises a small team and is responsible for the development, delivery and quality assurance of timely, accurate strategic and/or technical cyber intelligence products which report on agreed information requirements to inform decision making and situational awareness. These products support strategic awareness, threat hunting, penetration testing, operational response actions including proactive mitigation measures, vulnerability management and incident response.

The position is based in Canberra, ACT.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

• Develop monthly Executive Threat Landscape Reports
• Develop other strategic and technical analysis products aligned with approved intelligence requirements
• Develop tearline reporting or lower classification products to share intelligence with approved government agencies
• Supervise, mentor and develop intelligence analysts to support development of internal capability 
• Utilise Structured Analytic Techniques to assist in the development of sound assessment judgements across all relevant intelligence products.

 

Additional information

 

Role Requirements/Qualifications:

 

Mandatory

• 2+ years experience in cyber security/ICT/intelligence related fields
• Demonstrated experience in a Cyber Security or ICT environment
• Knowledge of ICT security tools
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Information Security Manual (ISM) and cyber security concepts
• The ability to work with limited supervision and demonstrate drive towards team goals
• The ability to quickly gain knowledge in a range of technologies
• Strong written communication and briefing skills
• Ability to mentor and lead junior staff to build team capability.

 

Preferred

• Thorough understanding of Cyber Threat Intelligence standards and concepts
• Sound communication and stakeholder relationship skill
• Strong and adaptive critical thinking skills
• Aware of historical cyber related events and threat groups
• Ability to gain and maintain a positive vetting security clearance.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 27/02/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT  – Late applications will not be accepted.

 

Please prepare a one page application detailing how the applicants experience and knowledge demonstrates their suitability for the role.

The applicant will be required to include specific examples to address the following selection criteria:

 

• Strategic thinking
• Productive working relationships
• Communicates with influence 
• Professional/technical proficiency.

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 136274 in the document footer.

 

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

 

Eligibility

 

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

 

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

• ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
• Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
   

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

 

Diversity and inclusion

 

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

 

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

 

Technical assistance

 

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

 

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

 

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

 

Notes

 

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

 

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

 

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

 

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.