South Australia Police
Job reference: 636626
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
AS07 Technical Security Specialist x 2 Two exciting opportunities to join SA Police's CyberSecurity Team as a Technical Security Specialist focused on either:
Cyber incident response - ongoing position Firewall and Network Security - 12-month fixed-term contract An attraction allowance additional to base remuneration may be offered to eligible successful candidates. Attraction/retention allowances are subject to regular review. Your new organisation South Australia Police (SAPOL) provides a diverse range of services to the community aimed at producing a safe and peaceful environment by minimising crime and disorder. It is a large complex organisation which, because of the nature of its operations, is constantly subject to public scrutiny and accountability. It provides services to a range of different locations (over 100) spread across the State on a 24-hour-a-day basis.
SAPOL's vision is Safer Communities. All SAPOL employees are guided by Our Values of Service, Integrity, Courage, Leadership, Collaboration, and Respect. SAPOL is an organisation with a proud history and an exciting vision for the future.
What we can offer you at SAPOL: Free onsite gym facilities Subsidised gym membership with our participating partners Flexible working arrangements encouraged to support work-life balance and personal commitments including working from home options and flexitime A range of free internal health support services and health assessments Exciting and dynamic working environment with the opportunity to provide a meaningful contribution to South Australia Collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team environment Your new role As a Technical Security Specialist, you will be a senior member of the Cyber Security Team and responsible for leading critical IT security functions within SA Police. Your focus will either be leading SA Police's Cyber Incident Response capability or will be focused on Firewall and Network Security.
The Cyber Incident Response Specialist will work with internal and external stakeholders to lead the continued development and implementation of SA Police's cyber incident response capabilities. You will have previously developed and implemented a cyber incident response capability or be able to demonstrate experience of working in a mature cyber incident response team or SOC. This is an ongoing position.
The Firewall and Network Security Specialist will have extensive experience of the day-to-day maintenance and configuration of firewalls, dealing with security incidents, monitoring logs, and providing security guidance and expertise to other IT teams. Ideally, the candidate will have recent Check Point firewall experience or similar vendor-based firewalls like Palo Alto. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension.
What you'll need to succeed Mandatory for being successful as a Technical Security Specialist:
The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check. The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL's iEngage program. As a Technical Security Specialist focusing on Cyber Incident Response, you will have:
Strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems Experience of preparing for cyber threats Ability to analyse and respond to malware threats Experience in investigating and analysing cyber security incidents Experience in handling and mitigating security breaches Knowledge of current cyber threats and attack vectors Experience in leading the response to cyber security incidents and mentoring junior colleagues. As a Technical Security Specialist focusing on Firewall and Network Security, you will have:
Extensive hands-on experience of managing firewalls within a complex enterprise environment. Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand security needs and assess/action requests. Day-to-day maintenance and configuration of firewalls. Implement and maintain security controls to protect internal resources from cyber threats. Monitor security logs and alerts to detect and respond to security incidents in a timely manner. Collaborate with other security team members to develop and implement security policies and procedures. Provide security guidance and support to other IT teams. Stay up to date with the latest security trends and technologies, recommending new approaches to enhance security posture. Document security configurations, processes, and procedures, ensuring they are well-documented and easily accessible to relevant stakeholders. Salary ASO7 $108,109 to $116,864 per annum plus super.
What you need to do now If you have the necessary experience in cyber security then please apply via the link below with your CV, cover letter, and response to the selection criteria (please request a copy of the PID) or contact David Lilley on
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South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
Applications close: 19/12/2024 5:00 PM
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