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Security Specialist
CITEC Integration & Enabling Technologies; CITEC; Data and Digital Government; Brisbane City
As a Security Specialist, you will be a key contributor to the SOC team, responsible for handling and investigating security incidents, performing advanced analysis and supporting the continuous improvement of SOC processes and tools.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | IT & Telecommunications |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/688010/26 |
| Closing date | 27-May-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Darryn Butcher |
| Contact details | Ph: 0493 451 371 Access the National Relay Service |
As a Security Specialist, you will:
- Support the delivery of SOC services by monitoring, triaging, and investigating security alerts and incidents using advanced security tools and technologies.
- Act as an escalation point for SOC Analysts, providing advanced analysis and guidance on complex security incidents.
- Assist in managing and coordinating incident response activities, including containment, eradication, and recovery, in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Develop, review, and refinement of incident response playbooks, automations, workflows, and standard operating procedures to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Perform proactive threat hunting activities to identify and mitigate potential threats within the environment.
- Conduct the configuration, optimisation, and maintenance of security monitoring tools and technologies.
- Analyse and interpret security data to identify patterns, trends, and potential risks, and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate them.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to SOC Analysts, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with clients, internal teams, and external partners to support the effective delivery of SOC services.
- Stay informed of emerging threats, technologies, and best practices to enhance the SOC's capabilities and security posture.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/688010/26
Closing Date: Wednesday, 27 May 2026
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