Cyber Security Operations Specialist

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 137225

 

Location

ACT 

 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

Executive Level 1 - $115,443.00 and $134,865.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Ethan Connell on 02 6198 7221 or ethan.connell@homeaffairs.gov.au  

 

Office Arrangements

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

Applications close on 27/04/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (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; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

 

Chief Operating Officer Group | GM Technology & Major Cap Group | Cyber Risk Services | Cyber Prevention

 

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

 

The Manager, Cyber Technical oversees the production, reporting and quality assurance of technical intelligence products. These functions encompass Requirements and Collection Management for technical reporting; intelligence automation; and technology administration. The position reports to the Assistant Director, Cyber Threat Intelligence and is responsible for managing the delivery of commercial technical threat intelligence automation services.

 

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Our ideal candidate

 

• Able to produce concise and accurate written intelligence products
• Advanced knowledge of information technologies, data interrogation, research capabilities and threat assessment methodologies
• Knowledge and experience in specialist technical analysis, including cyber and open source
• Experience in supervision, mentoring and coaching in an intelligence environment
• 3+ years experience in a cyber security/intelligence or technical environment, with at least 1 year in an intelligence related role.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

• Manage the delivery of commercial technical threat intelligence services from approved providers
• Develop and implement technical automation of processes and procedures within the Cyber Threat Intelligence team, including management of the Threat Intelligence Platform
• Apply knowledge of strategic intelligence issues, emerging intelligence issues and understanding of team capabilities to develop and modify team work plans and contribute to section and branch work plans
• Identify, communicate and provide solutions to the Director on workforce planning issues to ensure section capability and business continuity
• Support team members to prepare and deliver senior level briefings at short notice and develop their ability to communicate intelligence tradecraft nuances to ensure the complexity of an issue is well understood by others.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 27/04/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

 

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

 

• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.

 

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 137225 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 2 (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.