The Role

The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is seeking Intrusion Analysts and Cyber Threat Intelligence Analysts to support Australia's efforts to identify and respond to state-sponsored cyber threats. 

About the Team

The Adversary Threat Intelligence (ATI) Section within the Cyber Intelligence, Threat and Disruption (CITD) Branch is responsible for understanding, detecting and analysing state-sponsored cyber activity targeting Australia. ATI uses a variety of data sources to undertake analysis of malicious cyber activity targeting Australia, and produces intelligence reports which inform the highest levels of the Australian Government. ATI’s analysis and reporting also enables a variety of response operations to mitigate malicious cyber activity. A range of formal and on-the-job training will be provided including unique opportunities available within the intelligence community. We support part-time and flexible working arrangements. 

Our Ideal Candidate

Intrusion Analysts
Intrusion Analysts are responsible for using all of the tools at ASD’s disposal to understand, detect and track sophisticated, state-sponsored cyber activity against Australian networks. This role offers candidates a unique opportunity to discover cutting edge cyber threats targeting Australia, with access to tools, data, information and expertise not available anywhere else in Australia. Intrusion Analysts are required to combine a broad range of technical skills with intelligence analysis skills and an understanding of key adversaries targeting Australia.

Cyber Threat Intelligence Analysts
Through access to unique intelligence sources, Cyber Threat Intelligence Analysts undertake collection and analysis in order to produce intelligence products focused on cyber actors – and their tools, techniques and procedures – who pose a threat to Australian Government networks. By using attributes which may include analytical thinking and advanced problem solving skills, as well as foreign language and report writing skills, Cyber Threat Intelligence Analysts uncover leads which may prove pivotal in preventing or uncovering major network compromises.

Eligibility:

Please ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements outlined in this Information Pack prior to submitting an application.

Citizenship - To be eligible for employment with ASD, applicants MUST be an Australian citizen.

Health Assessment - The preferred applicant may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the Agency’s preferred medical provider.

Organisational Assessment – To be eligible for employment within ASD, the preferred applicant will be required to undergo an Organisational Assessment (see Organisational Assessment section in the Information Pack).

Security Clearance - The preferred applicant will be required to successfully undergo the security clearance vetting process at a specified clearance level. The preferred applicant MUST be willing to disclose all relevant and required information.

Application Closing Date: Monday, 28 February 2022

For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASD/05592/21 on https://www.asd.gov.au/careers