"Cyber Security Analyst"

Job Description:

• Information Technology Services
• Full-time, permanent position
• Base salary will be in the range $95,361 - $102,302 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
• Based at our St. Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

The Cyber Security Analyst supports the Cyber Security Operations Centre (SOC) in managing daily operational security activities. This role is responsible for triaging alerts and job requests, escalating and investigating incidents, and contributing to the continuous improvement of the University’s cyber security posture. Working within a collaborative security environment, the position plays a key role in protecting systems, networks and data across the organisation.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Monitor, triage and respond to security alerts, incidents and service requests, supporting investigation, escalation and resolution activities
• Conduct vulnerability analysis and contribute to the development, evaluation and improvement of security tools, processes and controls
• Provide technical advice on cyber security matters and support security-related projects and initiatives
• Maintain current knowledge of security threats, technologies and standards, contributing to operational reporting, planning and continuous improvement activities

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave
• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.40 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A degree in IT or related discipline (or equivalent combination of experience and education), ideally with industry certification in security, systems administration, networking or related fields
• At least two years’ IT industry experience, including experience in IT security or a strong demonstrated interest in information security
• Knowledge of TCP/IP networking principles, Linux operating systems (preferably RHEL and/or Debian), and system administration or shell scripting toolsets
• Experience supporting security incident response, vulnerability management or security monitoring activities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess threats and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively to achieve positive outcomes
• An organised and proactive approach, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact David Fairbrother, Manager, Cyber Security Operations Centre at dcf@uq.edu.au.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 18 March 2026, 11.00pm AEST (R-61945).