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Our client, focused on National Security, is seeking a Security Operations Analyst with a current Positive Vetting security clearance (PV). for a 18-month contract (with extension options) to be based in Canberra (ACT).
The successful candidate will work as a Security Operations Analyst Contractor to develop the monitoring capability for the client’s systems. This individual will also be responsible for leading the monitoring of this system as well as the response to any incidents identified relating to the system.
Key duties:
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will be required to complete a selection criterion to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes on 10 August 2025 at 11:00 am Call Peter Warby on 0480 011 480 or intel@whizdom.com.au for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks
Security Operations Analyst
| Job title : | Security Operations Analyst |
| Contract type : | Contract |
| Location : | Canberra |
| Sectors : | |
| Salary : | $140 - $160 per hour |
| Start date : | 2025-07-20 00:00:00 |
| Duration : | 18.00 MONTHS |
| Job Reference : | V-54336 |
| Contact name : | Peter Warby |
| Contact email : | peterw@whizdom.com.au |
| Job published : | about 11 hours ago |
Our client, focused on National Security, is seeking a Security Operations Analyst with a current Positive Vetting security clearance (PV). for a 18-month contract (with extension options) to be based in Canberra (ACT).
The successful candidate will work as a Security Operations Analyst Contractor to develop the monitoring capability for the client’s systems. This individual will also be responsible for leading the monitoring of this system as well as the response to any incidents identified relating to the system.
Key duties:
- Investigate information security incidents ensuring that incident response processes are being followed.
- Analyse, document and resolve identified security incidents in accordance with established procedures and recommend any required actions.
- Contribute to digital forensic investigations by processing and analysing evidence and artefacts in line with policy, standards and guidelines and support production of forensics findings and reports.
- Utilise a diverse set of capabilities, including various SIEM and Host Based investigation capabilities, to investigate cyber security incidents as well as develop skills in new capabilities as required as part of investigations.
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will be required to complete a selection criterion to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes on 10 August 2025 at 11:00 am Call Peter Warby on 0480 011 480 or intel@whizdom.com.au for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks