Senior Cyber Security Analyst

SeniorCyber Security Analyst

Local Peoples is seeking enthusiastic and talented Senior Cyber Security Analyst in the ACT, QLD, SA, and VIC to join our team as embedded members with our prestigious Government client. The Cyber Security Analysts will work within the Integrated Cyber Risk Management section to undertake cyber risk assessments of key technology components and systems. A Cyber Risk Analyst is required to meet Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) requirements and deliver key system authorisations on behalf of the Agency and Shared Services Partners.

A Cyber Security Analyst is a specialised role that is required to understand cyber

security controls protecting Government ICT Systems, processes, and information. A

Cyber Security Analyst undertakes system security assessments based on required

controls and communicates and develops documentation so informed decisions can

be made regarding associated cyber security risks.

The following experience and knowledge are required Extensive experience with risk

and information security frameworks, policies and standards, including the Federal

Government PSPF and Information Security Manual (ISM), and international

standards (ISO 27001/2). Demonstrated working experience in security threat and risk assessment and development of security authorisation artefacts. Demonstrated

security experience within complex ICT environments. Strong stakeholder

management skills, and the ability to communicate security concepts to non-technical

audiences both verbally and in writing. Understanding of global Cyber Security

trends, attack vectors and techniques. Tertiary, - or other relevant qualifications are

advantageous.

Roles Responsibilities:

• Identify, test and assess applicable security controls in line with the Australian

Government PSPF, ISM and agency policies and guidelines.

• Analyse and document security risk and recommend treatments and modifications to

security practices and procedures using expertise and technical knowledge.

• Contribute to the system authorisation program of work, system projects and

programs, by developing or reviewing security artefacts, including Threat and Risk

Assessments and System Security Plans.

• Manage, develop and support complex relationships with stakeholders to achieve

work area goals.

• Manage and maintain the agreed service levels.

• Assist with the development and implementation of security policies, procedures,

projects, and strategies.

• Continuously work to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the cyber security

service.

• Educate and inform departmental staff to promote understanding and ensure

adherence to security policy and processes.

Essential Skills Experience:

• Extensive demonstrated experience with risk and information security frameworks,

policies, and standards, including the Federal Government Protective Security Policy

Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM), and international standards

(ISO 27001/2).

• Demonstrated working experience in security threat and risk assessment and

development of security authorisation artefacts.

• Demonstrated security experience within complex ICT environments.

• Strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to communicate security concepts

to non-technical audiences both verbally and in writing.

• Understanding of global Cyber Security trends, attack vectors and techniques.

• Demonstrated experience in Federal Government.

• Relevant tertiary or other qualifications.

Residency Clearance:

• Must have Negative Vetting Level 1

• Australian Citizen

• This role is open to ACT, QLD, SA, and VIC

Who are Local Peoples?

Local Peoples is a strategic research and design studio based in Melbourne and Canberra.

Our mission is to design healthy, resilient and resourceful communities. We are proud to be a certified B-Corporation with a strong focus on our social, environmental and economic impact.

We work across brand and digital design, place and experience design,, content and community engagement. Our key partners include state and local government, social enterprises, universities and large commercial organisations. All are experiencing complex challenges right now and we believe that design research, thinking and delivery can help to solve these challenges and make positive change for people and the planet.

We produce www.mattersjournal.com, a publication and community of 100K+, which focuses on design-led social innovation and impact.

Benefits of working with Local Peoples:

• We are experts in team design and augmentation - supporting with the right skills and experience at the right time.

• We are leaders in the human centred design space with diverse design skills across brand design, service design, User interface (UI) and User experience (UX) design, design research, communications and place design.
• We are a certified B-Corporation and prioritise the social, environmental and economic impact of our work.
• Our people always have the full support of the studio to call upon for design thinking, tools and tips, so you are not just getting access to one bright mind, but a collective of many with diverse and deep experiences.
• We are top tier talent who are experienced and incredibly passionate about supporting the impact of your agency and the public sector

Local Peoples proudly supports the LGBTQ+ community, neurodiverse individuals, and First Nations people. We are committed to creating inclusive spaces where everyone, regardless of their identity, feels valued and respected. Together, we strive for equality and a positive future for all.

Local Peoples works, creates, and plays on the lands of the Wurundjeri, Bunurong, and Wathaurong peoples of the Kulin Nation, land which has never been ceded. We thank them for caring for this land for over 40,000 years and recognize and pay our deepest respect to Elders past, present, and emerging. This always was and always will be Aboriginal land

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