Senior Cyber Analyst (City of Gold Coast)

Job Type Permanent – Full Time Location Gold Coast Job Category Technology What You’ll Contribute To An exciting opportunity for a motivated and innovative Senior Cyber Security Analyst to join the QAL Technology Department. As a Senior Cyber Security Analyst, you will enhance QAL’s security measures, conduct security assessments, and ensure compliance with best practices. Your key responsibilities include providing SME input into, auditing system security and frameworks, supply chain, managing incidents, and advising on risk mitigation strategies. How Will You Make an Impact? The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in cybersecurity, holding a bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, or related discipline, alongside at least three years of hands‑on experience. You should demonstrate solid technical expertise across Active Directory, network and cloud security (AWS and Azure), endpoint protection technologies, SIEM platforms, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and EDR solutions. A sound understanding of recognized security frameworks such as NIST, the Australian Essential Eight, and PCI‑DSS is essential, along with experience in incident response and risk management. Key Deliverables/Responsibilities
- Cyber Security Operations & Incident Management – monitoring, response, OT security, SOC integration, and threat intelligence.
- Security Architecture & Vulnerability Management – secure cloud architecture, CSPM, vulnerability lifecycle management with SLA tracking.
- Audit, Compliance & Governance – ASIC, Essential Eight, NIST audits, supply‑chain due diligence, shadow IT/OT governance.
- Training, Awareness & Reporting – staff training, tabletop exercises, board reporting on cyber risk and compliance.
- Continuous Improvement & Stakeholder Engagement – embedding security across projects and operations. How We Support You At Queensland Airports Limited (QAL), we believe work should support life, not compete with it. Our Living Well approach offers flexible working options for all roles, wellbeing initiatives, and a supportive culture that helps people thrive professionally and personally. Company Overview We own and operate Gold Coast, Townsville, Mount Isa and Longreach airports, linking regional Queensland and northern New South Wales with the rest of Australia and the world. Our vision is to be the first‑choice gateway for our regions, creating valuable connections and inspiring a sustainable future. Equality & Inclusion We’re committed to an inclusive and psychologically secure workplace where people feel valued, supported and encouraged to be themselves. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. Additional Requirements Successful candidate will adhere to QAL’s Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP), including pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing, and obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC), which requires a Police Check. Position Description Please obtain the Position Description by clicking HERE, or if you are on Seek, by copying the following location into your browser to access the Position Description through our careers site: #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rtaf2