Cyber Security Analyst

About the Role

As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will be a member of Westpac’s dedicated Security Operations Team responsible for detecting and responding to all security threats and incidents. Cyber Security Analysts perform real-time log analysis providing network and data security for Westpac New Zealand. Through an in-depth understanding of exploits and vulnerabilities, the Analyst evaluates the type and severity of security events and resolves issues following the appropriate corrective action, or escalation procedures.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor security alerts and events to detect, triage, and respond to potential threats.
• Investigate and analyse incidents, working through containment, eradication, and recovery activities.
• Support the day‑to‑day operation of security monitoring and detection capabilities to ensure visibility and coverage.
• Assist with tuning detection rules and use cases to improve alert quality and reduce...