Cyber Security Analyst
Job Location: Melbourne / Adelaide preferred – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – such as 9 day fortnight.
Who we are:
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
Role Description:
Reporting to the SOC Engineering Team Lead, you will work within the Cyber Security Operations team to support engineering, incident response, and the continual improvement of cyber security capabilities across the organisation.
This is a hands-on technical role with exposure across detection, response, and security engineering. Working across a broad range of systems and technologies, the role helps ensure security controls remain effective, optimised, and aligned with evolving threats and business requirements, and requires strong technical aptitude, broad capability, and the ability to quickly learn and adapt.
Core Duties:
- Engineer, operate, and continually improve cyber security technologies, including SIEM, EDR, email security, web security, and vulnerability management platforms
- Design, tune, and maintain high-value detection rules, analytics, and correlation logic to improve visibility and reduce noise across security platforms
- Build and maintain operational documentation, detection content, and playbooks that strengthen team capability, consistency, and repeatability
- Use scripting, automation, and orchestration capabilities to integrate systems, streamline repetitive tasks, and improve operational efficiency
- Support vulnerability management activities, including scanning, analysis, prioritisation, and collaboration with stakeholders to drive remediation outcomes
- Contribute to incident response and technical investigations, including triage, containment support, and the analysis of security events across the environment
- Leverage AI-assisted tooling to enhance analysis, detection engineering, and the speed and consistency of security operations
- Work closely with cyber security, IT, and business stakeholders to deliver practical, risk-based security improvements and remediation outcomes
Essential Skills:
- Relevant ICT or Engineering qualification, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience in cyber security operations, engineering, incident response, digital forensics, or demonstrated ability in applying experience from general ICT roles such as System Admin backgrounds
- Ability to identify and interpret attacker techniques and behaviours in enterprise environments
- Sound IT fundamentals across operating systems, networking, and identity
- Working knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as ISM and NIST
- Scripting skills in PowerShell, Python, or Bash to automate tasks and integrate systems
- Exposure to security automation and orchestration tooling
- Strong analytical skills and sound technical judgement
- Strong attention to detail and quality of output
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Current defence security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one
- Eligibility for clearance under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Why BAE Systems?
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.
A place where everyone can thrive
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.
We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.
Security statement
Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.
