Job Description
Our client is a global enterprise currently deploying an Application Control capability to strengthen cyber security, improve software governance and reduce risk across its end-user and server environments.
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We are seeking an Application Control Security Analyst to join the Security Governance team and support the day-to-day operation and ongoing maturity of the capability.
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About the Role
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In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing and managing application requests, assessing software security risk, maintaining application control rules and coordinating with technical teams to safely deploy approved applications.
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You will work closely with Cyber Security, EUC, Server, Application Support, Packaging and other technology teams to ensure applications are appropriately assessed, approved and controlled within the enterprise environment.
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Key Responsibilities
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Review, assess, approve or deny application requests in accordance with security and governance requirements.
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Assess software for security risk, vulnerabilities, vendor reputation, business need and licensing considerations.
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Create and maintain application allow, block and exception rules.
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Investigate blocked applications, failed installations and application compatibility issues.
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Coordinate with EUC, Server, Application Support, Application Packaging and Cyber Security teams to resolve application control issues.
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Manage exceptions and support remediation of unapproved, vulnerable or high-risk software.
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Maintain accurate records of application decisions, exceptions, approvals and control changes.
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Monitor and support the ongoing effectiveness of application control policies.
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Communicate application control decisions and outcomes clearly to technical teams and business stakeholders.
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Contribute to continuous improvement of application control processes, standards and governance.
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About You
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We are looking for someone with experience in one or more of the following areas:
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Cyber Security
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Application Control / Application Whitelisting
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Endpoint Security
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EUC / Desktop Engineering
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Application Support
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Application Packaging
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Windows or Server Engineering
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You will also have:
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An understanding of application control, allowlisting or endpoint security technologies.
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Experience assessing software or security risk.
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Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting and investigation skills.
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Good understanding of Windows applications and software deployment.
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Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
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The ability to explain technical security decisions clearly to both technical and business audiences.
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Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
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The ability to work collaboratively across security and technology teams.
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Desirable Technical Experience
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Experience with one or more of the following technologies will be highly regarded:
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Microsoft Defender Application Control (WDAC)
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Microsoft AppLocker
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Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
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Microsoft Intune
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Microsoft Configuration Manager / SCCM / MECM
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Airlock Digital
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Why Join?
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This is an excellent prospect to contribute to a significant enterprise cyber-security initiative and gain exposure to application control, endpoint security, security governance and large-scale technology environments.

📌 Application Control Security Analyst (New South Wales)
🏢 AYAN INFOTECH
📍 New South Wales