Cyber Security Operations Centre Team Lead

Position: Cyber Security Operations Centre Team Lead
Location: Canberra, ACT
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: $140k–$160k + benefits

About the Organisation
Join a leading Australian-owned organisation delivering advanced technology that safeguards critical national systems. The organisation operates at the forefront of innovation in cybersecurity and technology, with a mission-driven environment focused on collaboration, technical excellence, and solving complex challenges. Employees work on high-impact projects that directly strengthen Australia’s cyber defences, in a culture that values continuous learning and professional growth.

Position Overview
We are seeking a Cyber Security Operations Centre (SOC) Team Lead to manage and grow a high-performing SOC team. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will oversee the monitoring, detection, and response to cyber threats while driving capability uplift across the organisation. You will mentor junior analysts, lead investigations, conduct forensic analysis, and implement tools and frameworks that enhance overall cyber security.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and guide a high-performing SOC team, providing coaching and skills uplift for analysts

• Oversee monitoring, detection, and incident response activities across security systems

• Conduct and lead cyber investigations, threat hunting, and forensic analysis

• Implement and maintain security tools, processes, and frameworks to improve cyber resilience

• Detect, advise on, and remediate vulnerabilities and security issues

• Develop and maintain SOC policies, procedures, and standard operating documentation

• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve cyber security objectives

• Ensure timely delivery of tasks while managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment

Skills & Experience Required

• NV1 security clearance (willingness to upgrade to NV2 if required)

• Proven experience in a modern SOC environment, including SOC operations and practices

• Strong knowledge of SIEM tools (Elastic preferred) and vulnerability management tools (Tenable Nessus preferred)

• Digital forensics skills and incident response experience

• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities

• Sound understanding of security frameworks, Windows, and Linux systems

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or industry certifications in cyber security

• Ability to analyse complex data, problem solve, and produce actionable results

• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills

Other Important Information

• Australian citizenship required and eligible for Defence Security Clearance

• This role may require medical, psychometric, or skills testing

• Commitment to working in accordance with published policies, safety, quality, and security requirements

• ITAR access may apply

This is an opportunity to work on high-impact projects that directly support Australia’s national security. You will be part of a collaborative, technically driven team where your expertise and leadership will have a tangible effect on strengthening cyber defences, developing junior staff, and driving organisational capability.

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