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Join to apply for the Cyber Security Specialist - Operations role at Department of Education, Western AustraliaJoin to apply for the Cyber Security Specialist - Operations role at Department of Education, Western AustraliaThis is a permanent full-time position commencing September 2025Delivery of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) services provides support for the Departments educational outcomes by developing initiatives and technical support strategies to ensure all 800 Western Australian public schools can be individual, distinctive and responsive to their local communities while still benefiting from being part of a system.The ICT Operations and Customer Service Directorate is part of the ICT Division and is the primary entry point to ICT for any responses to operational issues, requests or problems customers of ICT may have. As the highest frequency contact point for customers in many respects it is the face of ICT.The ICT Cyber Security, Security Operations Centre (SOC) supports the Department with the ongoing development, implementation and maintenance of information systems risk and security controls to protect the assets of the Western Australian Department of Education. In an environment of constraint, ensures that resources including financial, physical, technological and information requirements are efficiently applied to maintain a high level of products/service delivery.The RoleWe are looking for highly motivated and inquisitive Cyber Security Specialists to apply current working knowledge of the artefacts relevant in attack scenarios and how to obtain relevant evidence to ensure our risk assessment methodologies continue to align with evolving cyber security landscapes.The Cyber Security Specialist Operations will perform threat identification, management, and modelling, as well as enhance the alerting and monitoring of the Departments services and applications. This means having the ability to develop and maintain whole of Department threat intelligence capabilities, validate incident findings and clearly communicate identified control gaps and detected adversary activity to the appropriate teams.As the Cyber Security Specialist Operations, being able to manage the daily operation of our Security Operations Centre (SOC) and coordinate the performance of incident identification, assessment, quantification, reporting, communication, mitigation and monitoring tasks is essential. In addition, you will be proactive in providing timely advice to the Cyber Security Manager and stakeholders in relation to cyber security threats, incidents and mitigations, while leading and motivating staff in the development and achievement of the SOC business goals.Professional BenefitsWe are conveniently located inEast Perthand our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:12% employer contributed superannuation.Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.Want to know more?Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).For more information about this opportunity, please contact Prashant Singh, Manager, Cyber Security on 9264 5323 or prashant.singh@education.wa.edu.au .We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people ( Building Leadership Impact ).Equity and DiversityWe are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.EligibilityTo work with us, you must:be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department''s Screening Unit.hold a tertiary qualification in information technology/cyber security, relevant industry qualifications or equivalent extensive experience.More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).Application InstructionsApply online in two easy steps:Step 1: Select Apply for JobComplete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.Step 2: Attach your documentsYour application should include:A CV of up to (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this positionA statement of up to (5) pages addressing the below selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:Demonstrated extensive experience and knowledge of information technology and cyber security, including principles, concepts and current trends with specific knowledge and experience relevant to large corporate or government environments using on-premises and cloud-based technologies.Demonstrated experience in the operation and management of a Security Operations Centre.Demonstrated experience managing a Microsoft Sentinel SIEM, ideally at enterprise scale.Demonstrated experience with Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Hunting, Detection Engineering, Threat Intelligence Platforms and Security Incident Response.High level knowledge of Australian Government policies and frameworks, in particular, the ACSCs Essentials Eight, NIST CSF and ASDs ISM.Demonstrated high-level verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively liaise with key internal and external stakeholders at a senior level, and to build and maintain strong relationships.Demonstrated strong work ethic and the ability to proactively manage own workload and tasks to deliver outcomes as part of a small, dynamic team.It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Educations Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE984427Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. 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