Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

• Computer System Officer Level 4
• Ongoing Full-Time

• Sydney Olympic Park

About us

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an opportunity for a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst to be part of our Cyber Security, Technology & Communication Services Command. The role supports the organisation’s cyber resilience by gathering, analysing and sharing cyber threat intelligence, providing timely and actionable insights that enhance situational awareness, inform decision making, support effective responses to cyber risks, and strengthen stakeholder collaboration while aligning intelligence activities and outputs with organisational priorities.

Working in the Cyber Defence Centre as part of the Technology & Communication Services Command of NSW Police offers the chance to contribute to one of the largest police forces in the western world while shaping cutting-edge capabilities that directly enhance community safety and modern policing. It also provides exposure to rapidly evolving cyber environments, next-generation policing systems, and a growing, well-resourced team committed to combating emerging digital threats.

In this role you will work to support the Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) capability of the New South Wales Police Force (NSWPF). You will work to produce threat intelligence focusing on threats to the organisation, it's technologies, and its people, utilising industry leading technologies and platforms during the process.

As a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, you will research emerging and established techniques across a range of new and old technologies. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with state and federal agencies, conduct intelligence sharing and contribute to such communities.

We're looking for someone who finds new adversary techniques interesting, exciting and can apply their interest into security research. If you're excited about this role, please apply. We value potential and diverse experiences, so you don't need to satisfy every requirement for us to consider your application

View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

• competitive salary;
• flexible work options;
• opportunity to purchase leave;
• annual leave loading;
• corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
• free annual influenza vaccination;
• salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
• convenient location for public transport and to shops etc;

How to Apply

Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 words per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.

Target Question 1:

Please describe a recently reported cyber tactic, technique, or procedure that you consider notable, innovative, or unique. Explain why it captured your interest, how it could be utilised, and which types of adversaries are likely to adopt it.

Target Question 2:

Describe a time you identified bias, misinformation, or flawed assumptions in cyber reporting or an internal decision and explain how it changed your approach to intelligence collection and analysis.

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Joshua Karadaghian via (02) 8286 4605.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:

• an Australian Citizen;
• a permanent resident of Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity:

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:

• Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at PCC-AEET@police.nsw.gov.au
• Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au

• Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here

For Technical assistance please contact: taleosupportexterna@police.nsw.gov.au (Please include the word Taleo in the subject line)

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.