Cyber Security Operations Manager Federal Government

  • Australia
  • Melbourne
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

Federal Government

Melbourne CBD Location

Contract 12 x 12 month

Our client is a federal agency who is embarking on establishing a robust Security Operations Center (SOC) to fortify their cyber defenses and ensure the integrity of their systems and data.

Role Overview:

As a Cybersecurity Operations Center (SOC) Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and owning the SOC capability, driving operational maturity, and influencing their cyber strategy and roadmap. This opportunity offers a high degree of autonomy and flexibility, with hybrid working arrangements in place.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build and lead a fit-for-purpose SOC capability.
  • Own and oversee the SOC operations, ensuring timely identification, analysis, and response to security events and incidents.
  • Enhance detection capabilities through onboarding data and leveraging automation scripting within Microsoft Sentinel or similar SIEM/SOAR platforms.
  • Administer and support Microsoft 365 Defender products (Endpoint, Cloud, O365, and Identity) within an enterprise environment.
  • Develop and maintain government-compliant security policies and frameworks, including ISM, PSPF, and Essential Eight.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security measures aligned with organizational goals.

Requirements:

  • Working knowledge of operating systems, including Windows desktop and server, and Linux.
  • Familiarity with protection technologies such as web proxies, email gateways, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and web application firewalls.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Sentinel or similar SIEM/SOAR platforms.
  • Understanding of network protocols (IP, TCP, UDP, DHCP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP/S) and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) concepts.
  • Experience with automation scripting and administration of Active Directory, Group Policy, and Azure Active Directory.
  • Minimum of 5 years of enterprise desktop, server, or network support, preferably in a government context.
  • At least 1 year of experience in security event identification, analysis, and incident response.
  • Proven track record in onboarding data and enhancing detection capabilities within Microsoft Sentinel or similar platforms.
  • Familiarity with government security policies and frameworks (ISM, PSPF, Essential Eight).

To Fast track your application call Luther Borgas on 03 9236 7755 or email directly to luther.borgas@talentinternational.com

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