Cyber Defence Analyst

Job description

Organization

At CommBank, we never lose sight of the role we play in other people’s financial wellbeing. Our focus is to help people and businesses move forward to progress. To make the right financial decisions and achieve their dreams, targets, and aspirations. Regardless of where you work within our organisation, your initiative, talent, ideas, and energy all contribute to the impact that we can make with our work. Together we can achieve great things.

Job Title

Cyber Defence Analyst Location: Bangalore-Manyata Tech Park Business & Team: The Cyber Attack Analysis Team (CAAT) enables the Group to respond to cyber security events that impact core business platforms, systems, data, assets, and reputation. The team serves as the Tier 1 function and is responsible for detecting, triaging and analysing cyber security events of interest.

Impact &contribution

As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will monitor the Group’s computer systems for suspicious activity using enterprise-grade cyber tools and critical thought. You will triage and manage various incidents, events, and queries from the business to the relevant resolver group. Your role will also involve contributing to the Continual Service Improvement (CSI) of the team’s operations through proactive analysis, engagement, and collaboration with your team.

Roles & responsibilities

Monitor the Group’s computer systems for suspicious activity using enterprise-grade cyber tools and critical thought. Triage and analyse detection alerts and staff-reported cyber attacks to identify which events require response activities based on Standard Operating Procedures. Capture essential details and artefacts for cyber security events. Maintain event response documentation, participate in post-mortems, and write event reports.

Escalate applicable incidents to other accountable functions within the Group (such as Cyber Attack Response, Data Breach, Governance, etc). Identify potential new detection logic and escalate to the Detection Engineering team. Contribute to the Continual Service Improvement (CSI) of the team’s operations through proactive analysis, engagement, and collaboration with your team. 24/7 shift and completely work from Office Essential skills: Experience: 5+ years of experience as a Cyber Security Analyst or in a similar role.

Technical Skills

Knowledge of operating systems, network protocols, and cyber security tools.

Analytical Skills

Good analytical and problem-solving skills. A proficiency in Splunk or other SIEM tools A proficiency in Microsoft Defender for Endpoints (MDE) or other Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools A good understanding of networking principles Experience in incident management, with a strong emphasis on comprehensive documentation, integrity, and accountability. Experience with cloud security and knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.

The capability to learn fast, and a knack to analyse computer system activity to understand and assess cyber threats. An ability to document and explain technical details clearly and concisely for different audiences.

Attention to Detail

High level of attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work meticulously under pressure. Relevant certifications such as GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), or GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM) are a plus.

Education

Qualification: Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Engineering in Computer Science/Information Technology. If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), you'll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career. We're aware of some accessibility issues on this site, particularly for screen reader users. We want to make finding your dream job as easy as possible, so if you require additional support please contact HR Direct on 1800 989 696.

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