Security Analyst

Kinetic IT are currently looking for a driven and passionate Security Analyst to join our Security Operations team. In this role, you’ll support the 24/7 SOC in threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring, with a strong focus on Azure Sentinel and the MITRE ATT&CK framework. As the Security Analyst, you will have a strong understanding across IT and OT technologies and augmented services within the SOC such as Vulnerability Management and will be critical for guiding and mentoring SOC analysts and contributing to the continuous improvement of security processes and the overall security posture.   This Role will Include:    • Responsible for the continual improvement of the SIEM rulesets for the Security operations centre, including threat detection and data source management. • Threat response using Microsoft Sentinel and LogRhythm, leveraging KQL for deep log analysis and threat hunting. • Act as an escalation point for Associate Security Analyst inquiries, supporting ongoing investigations and customer concerns. • Supporting maturity across the client base for log source enhancements, rule enhancements and work with clients and SOC engineers to develop solutions. • Work with Engineering to facilitate onboarding of new customers, including log source parsing quality checks, alert logic testing, and creating bespoke use-cases. • Contributing to SOC enhancements, including developing new playbooks, automating tasks, and optimising response strategies. • Adherence to ITIL management processes and procedures. • Provide investigative support and ownership for customer-side incident response (IR) and post-incident reviews • Security Assurance Testing/purple teaming activities including involvement in threat detection capability uplifts.  • Threat Monitoring, Threat Detection, Threat Intelligence and Threat Hunting within the SOC with an improvement mindset. • Engaging in knowledge sharing and supporting the development of junior analysts by providing guidance and contributing to training initiatives.   Keen to Get Involved? You'll Just Need Some of The Following:   • Experience in SOC operations and incident response • Hands-on expertise with SIEM platforms, including Microsoft Sentinel and LogRhythm. • Proficiency in Kusto Query Language (KQL)  • Understanding of core concepts in cyber threat intelligence and the MITRE ATT&CK framework, with experience in conducting guided threat hunting activities • Familiarity with IT and OT security, with the ability to support security operations across diverse environments. • Proven ability to triage, contain, and remediate high-severity security incidents  • Experience in developing SOC playbooks, automating response tasks, and improving detection strategies. • Strong leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and guiding junior analysts. • Active AGSVA clearance (NV1 preferred)   Don’t meet every requirement? Don’t worry, we’d still love to hear from you!   • At Kinetic IT we value diversity and are actively seeking candidates with varied backgrounds. In selecting the right person for this role, we will consider your skills and experience as well as your personal qualities, attitude and potential for development.   The Kinetic IT Difference:   • Flexible working, paid parental leave, and other benefits tailored to your individual goals. • Regular fun company and social events – Sundowner, Family Fun Day, Quiz Night and End of Year Party • Vendor Exam Support, ITIL V4 Training and Communities of Practice groups • Dedicated professional development reviews every 6 months, with monthly follow ups  • An open and supportive culture where we respect all people and individuals, and everyone has a voice    About Kinetic IT:   We are recognised market leaders in the delivery of high-quality technology solutions to large public, private, and government organisations.  As an Australian-owned company, we take a lot of pride in delivering exceptional service that exceeds our customers’ expectations and positively contributing to our industry and community.  We hire for the long term and have a strong focus on training and developing our employees.  Everyday our amazing 1,300+ crew come to Kinetic IT not just to work but to be challenged, grow and be part of something bigger. Check out more at kineticit.com.au   How to Apply:   First, check out our website Kineticit.com.au. If you like what you see then, click on the ‘Apply’ button or contact our careers account on careers@kineticit.com.au and quote ‘WWREQ0029282’