Associate Security Analyst

Kinetic IT is seeking an Associate Security Analyst to join our team supporting a key customer environment. This is a great opportunity to build your cyber security career within a hands-on security operations role.

Youll support threat detection incident response and ongoing monitoring while gaining exposure to leading security tools and frameworks in a collaborative team environment.

This position is based onsite fulltime at our customer site in Perth CBD.

Responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring and triaging security alerts using Microsoft Defender Microsoft Sentinel and ASD-aligned alerting frameworks
• Analysing security data to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities using KQL and tools such as Tenable
• Responding to security incidents including investigation containment and remediation while managing tickets in ServiceNow
• Supporting the development and implementation of security policies procedures and controls
• Collaborating with internal IT and security teams to strengthen security measures across the environment
• Documenting incidents findings and remediation activities to support continuous improvement
• Participation in a shared on-call roster (approximately one week in every four)

What youll bring to the table:

• Qualification or certification in Cyber Security Information Technology or a related field
• Knowledge of security operations threat detection and incident response (academic or practical)
• Exposure to tools such as Microsoft Defender Sentinel Tenable or ServiceNow (through study labs or internships)
• Understanding of security concepts such as vulnerability management alert triage and blue team practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

About Kinetic IT

Kinetic IT is a leading Australian IT services provider specialising in Intelligent Workplace Cloud Cyber Security Digital Infrastructure and IT Service Management. We are unlocking the potential of technology to enrich lives of Australian communities.

For more than 25 years weve partnered with some of Australias most important organisations helping them deliver essential services relied upon by our communities including government critical infrastructure education law enforcement defence emergency services utilities and transport.

Be You Create the Future

At Kinetic IT were driven by a shared passion for technology customer success and community impact.

With over 1500 talented people working across Australia we deliver world-class capabilities with a local touch helping shape the future of tech here and beyond.

We value individuality and foster an inclusive culture where youre safe to be your best real self. We tackle challenges together celebrate success together and make sure everyone feels valued supported and proud of the work they do.

As an equal opportunity employer we welcome people of all abilities backgrounds cultures and genders. Were proud to be an Indigenous and Veteran-friendly employer.

The Kinetic IT Difference

• Growth-focused culture Formal training mentoring vendor exam support communities of practice and regular development reviews.
• Advance your career Access new roles via our internal Opportunity Marketplace careers hub.
• Flex your work Hybrid options flexible hours mobility and part-time roles (customer needs permitting).
• Celebrate together Social events cultural celebrations end-of-year functions and more.
• Wellbeing matters Health and wellness resources tailored leave and support options and EAP access.
• Other Perks- Access to our employee discounts platform discounted gym membership and more.

How To Apply

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