Advanced Threat Hunter / SOC Engineer

Location: Canberra, Harman – Onsite. The role requires an Australian Citizen holding NV‑1 or NV‑2 Security Clearance.

Your New Role And Responsibilities

- Monitor and Analyse Security Events: continuously monitor networks and endpoints for security alerts, threats, and intrusions using SIEM tools, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection systems.
- Incident Response and Management: triage, investigate, and manage security incidents end‑to‑end, including escalation and reporting as required.
- Threat and Vulnerability Management: assess emerging threats and vulnerabilities, develop custom detection signatures, and implement measures to mitigate risks.
- Security Tool Administration and Process Improvement: maintain and support security tools, review and improve operational processes, and ensure the health of deployed security systems.
- Stakeholder Communication and Reporting: collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders, produce reports, and contribute to the development of SOC tactics, techniques, and procedures.

Core Skills & Knowledge

- Advanced malware analysis and memory forensics.
- Lead threat hunting and long‑term mitigation.
- Refine security policies and collaborate with external stakeholders.
- Reverse engineering malware.
- Threat intelligence integration using STIX/TAXII and YARA.
- SIEM tuning and automation (SOAR, Python scripting).




- Vulnerability management and threat modelling.

Key Tasks

- Develop detection rules.
- Lead SOC uplift projects and tasks.
- Automate workflows.
- Lead post‑incident reviews and mentor junior analysts.

What You’ll Bring To Make An Impact

- Proven experience: 2‑5 years in a similar role.
- Working knowledge of industry and government cybersecurity frameworks, SIEM tools, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security solutions.
- Analytical and problem‑solving skills for complex security issues.
- Incident response expertise using adversary TTPs and IOCs.
- Strong verbal and written communication for incident reporting and stakeholder engagement.
- Adaptability and a continuous learning mindset for a 24/7 rotating shift environment.

Benefits

Employment perks include competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement plans.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

Leidos Australia is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities and age groups.

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📌 Advanced Threat Hunter / SOC Engineer (Canberra)
🏢 Leidos
📍 Canberra