Cyber Security SIEM Specialist

Job Description

Cyber Security/ SIEM Specialist

• Canberra based opportunity – must be available to work onsite 5 days per week.
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen and an active Baseline, or higher, Security Clearance.

About the Role & Client

Our client is a well-known multinational consultancy who is working with a Government end client.

Employees enjoy access to cutting-edge resources, continuous learning and development programs, and a collaborative environment that fosters creativity and career growth.

The Cyber Security SIEM Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day management, monitoring, and analysis of security information and event management (SIEM) tools within the organization. This role requires a highly skilled individual who can leverage SAP ETD and Microsoft Sentinel to detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats in real-time, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical data and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor, analyse, and manage alerts generated by SAP ETD and Microsoft Sentinel, investigating potential security incidents.
• Develop and maintain effective security policies, procedures, and guidelines related to SIEM operations.
• Utilise SIEM dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate security status to stakeholders.
• Conduct regular security audits and assessments to ensure the SIEM solution is optimally configured and aligned with current threat landscapes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance SIEM capabilities and response efficacy.
• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, attack patterns, and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards

Required Attributes and Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in SIEM administration, ideally with both SAP ETD and Microsoft Sentinel.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or similar certifications are strongly preferred.
• Proven expertise in threat detection, incident response, and security event management.
• Strong understanding of network security, cloud security, and cyber threat intelligence.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team, often under pressure and tight deadlines.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Must have an active AGSVA Baseline Clearance, preferred to have AGSVA NV1 Clearance or be eligible to obtain one.
• Must be an Australian Citizen
• Mandatory to be on site 5 days a week.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

How to Apply:

Upload your resume, and further instructions will be provided to suitable candidates.

Call Katrina Gabriel on 0489 923 756 or email katrinag@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.