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We''re a ''Family Friendly'' certified workplace we understand the varied roles our team members play within their family settings and actively support them.Leidos Australia delivers IT and airborne solutions that protect and advance the Australian way of life. Our 2000 local experts, backed by our global experience and network of partners, are solving the world''s toughest challenges in government, intelligence, defence, aviation, border protection and health markets. Learn more about our culture and benefits by visiting our careers page.Your New Role And ResponsibilitiesWe have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Cyber Security Analyst to join our 24/7 Security Operations Centre shift team. In this role you will perform crucial cyber security services to support and protect our personnel and systems in the Australian Defence Force. You will work with deployed Defence personnel in a rapidly maturing environment where you can make a real difference. The shift cycle is 12-hour blocks, with 4 or 5 days off between cycles.You will be an integral member of the Managed Detection and Response shift team. Responsibilities include monitoring networks for anomalies, events and alerts and performing basic triage. Depending on the issue you may manage the event end to end, be mentored by Senior Security Operations Analysts, or escalate as appropriate.Some of the unique benefits of joining our team as a Junior Security Operations Analyst include:Investigate issues through to resolution or escalate as required.Collaborate on process improvements with supportive management focused on enhancing your work life.Receive training and career growth support from a dedicated Mentor within the team.Potential future secondments into other functional areas with transfer opportunities into GRC, Engineering, Threat Hunt, Intelligence, and Vulnerability Management.Training plans and a budget to develop your skills, keep up with industry standards, and achieve relevant certifications.Please note, this role will operate as part of a 24/7 SOC and successful candidates will need to be willing to work shift work on-site in Canberra.What You''ll Bring To Make An ImpactDemonstrated interest in Cyber Security Operations with industry or tertiary certifications/qualifications.Basic to intermediate skills in SIEM operation (ideally with Splunk) and ability to follow a chain of events across multiple searches to draw inferences and facts.Strong critical thinking skills to question unknowns and find solutions when answers aren''t easily found.Proactive in identifying issues and developing solutions through automation, technology, or process improvements.Understanding of security controls (HIPS, NIPS, EDR, whitelisting, firewalls, proxies) and medium-level incident response skills, with 1-2 years of cyber security or IT operational experience.Note: This role requires Australian citizenship and NV-2 security clearance.Diversity, Inclusion and ValuesLeidos Australia is committed to an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and ages. Our Advocacy Groups provide opportunities to connect and collaborate on shared interests and support our diverse community.Next StepsTo apply for this role, follow the links or apply via our Careers page.Recruitment process virtual or face-to-face interview and background checks.Applicants may need to meet ITAR requirements in certain circumstances.We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible. Please contact our Careers team if you''d like additional support during your application.All content reflects Leidos'' values and approach to finding the right fit for the team. This is a role for those who want to grow and contribute meaningfully.Location: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia #J-18808-Ljbffr