Senior Security Operations Analyst | Connected Technology Group

Job Description

Our Connected Technology Group (CTG) defines and drives the digital, data and technology strategy for KPMG. We have an important advocacy role for technology in the market and across KPMG, working with our technology leaders to build our market presence. We cultivate collaboration and integrate tech execution across our business, driving a firmwide approach to how we go-to-market and build the capability of our people and attract new talent. 

This role, as a Senior Security Operations Analyst, is to support both our cyber defence and initial incident response activities for KPMG Australia, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea. You will be part of a team of analysts that utilise data and logs, and cyber defence tools to analyse events that occur within our environment to mitigate threats.

Your Opportunity

As part of the Security Operations team this position will play a key role by:

• Growing your skills as senior analyst part of a talented team supportig a diverse and dynamic enterprise.
• Prioritising work to provide timely detection, identification, and alerting of possible attacks/intrusions, anomalous activities, malicious activities, misuse activities and distinguish these incidents and events from benign activities using cyber defence tools for continual monitoring and analysis of the KPMG environment. Analyse identified malicious activity to determine weaknesses exploited, exploitation methods, effects on system and information.
• Documenting and escalating incidents (including event's history, status, and potential impact for further action) that may cause ongoing and immediate impact to the environment.
• Planning and reccommending modification/tuning of alerting systems, based on observed behaviours.
• Mentoring junior colleagues.
• Defining and implementing maturity programs using Agile methodologies.
• Developing by participating in team initiatives; including tabletop, red/blue team, and crisis exercises.

How Are You Extraordinary?

• You are actively seeking out opportunities for growth, are comfortable challenging the status quo, and enjoy getting out of your comfort zone. 
• You can digest, distil, and communicate complex concepts in both written and verbal forms.
• You like to be proud of the work you produce and are accountable and committed to owning high-profile projects.

Your Experience

At KPMG, we believe diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients, and communities. To be considered for this opportunity, your qualifications, skills & experience could include:

• Familiarity with various security tools and technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), antivirus software, endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools, and forensic analysis tools.
• Proven knowledge of cybersecurity principles, including network security, encryption, authentication, and access control.
• Demonstrated ability to detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents and threats using tools like SIEM systems and other security technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret security data, identifying patterns and trends, and make informed decisions to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Experience in incident response, including containment, eradication, and recovery procedures to minimise the impact of security breaches.
• Proven ability to analyze security data, identify patterns, and trends, and solve complex security challenges effectively.
• Keen attention to detail to recognize anomalies and potential security risks within large datasets and logs. Contribute effectively to the team wiki, write and publish standard operating procedures.
• Uphold ethical standards, maintaining confidentiality in handling sensitive information and security incidents.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, focus on assigned tasks, collaborate effectively with colleagues to seek information, guidance and escalation where required. Mentor junior colleagues.
• A continuous learning mindset, demonstrated via Vendor/Industry based training and certification.
• Ability to lead a team and quickly make a call on Security Incidents and complex security situations.
• Experience in Microsoft Security products, Splunk, Netskope and CyberArk highly regarded.

Qualifications

Mandatory

• Australian Citizen
• VET or Tertiary qualifications in information management, computer science, information systems, Cyber Security or equivalent experience. 

Preferred 

Active Australian Security Clearance

Additional Information

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.