ANZSCO 262116

Cyber Security Analyst

Analyses and assesses vulnerability in infrastructure (software, hardware and networks), investigates available tools and countermeasures to remedy detected vulnerabilities, and recommends solutions and best practices. Analyses and assesses damage to data/infrastructure as a result of security incidents, examines available recovery tools and processes, and recommends solutions.

Also known as: ICT Security Analyst, Information Security Analyst

Skills assessment authority
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Occupation lists

CSOL

Visas for Cyber Security Analyst

Skills in Demand (482)Employer Nomination (186)

Main tasks

  • Performs assessments on systems, networks and applications to identify and prioritise potential security risks
  • Coordinates, analyses and investigates security risk incidents and breaches to determine the root cause, and develops mitigation controls and strategies
  • Conducts research on cyber threats and weaknesses to develop and maintain knowledge of the cyber threat landscape
  • Develops and executes threat intelligence strategies for future threats and protects against potential attacks
  • Conducts risk assessments to identify security loopholes and weaknesses in IT systems
  • Conducts malware analysis to identify and mitigate potential threats to systems and networks
  • Analyses alerts and data from security products, web proxies, network security devices, and vulnerable scan and management systems

Specialisations

Cyber Security Researcher or Vulnerability ResearcherCyber Security Vulnerability AssessorCyber Threat AnalystMalware Analyst

State nomination

1 state(s) nominate Cyber Security Analyst for the 190 / 491 visa. See the details by state:

NSW
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