Job Overview & Organization Mission

Detect, investigate, and neutralize advanced persistent threats (APTs) and sophisticated cyber campaigns targeting Australian enterprise networks.

Telstra Purple is looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to join our Security Operations Center in Melbourne. You will analyze complex telemetry feeds, investigate endpoint detection and response (EDR) alerts, conduct proactive threat hunts against MITRE ATT&CK vectors, and lead incident response actions to secure critical business assets.

As a key member of the team at Telstra Purple in Melbourne, VIC, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Lead triage,: Lead triage, analysis, and remediation of high-severity security incidents across enterprise environments.
• Conduct proactive: Conduct proactive threat hunting using Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, and CrowdStrike Falcon EDR.
• Analyze malware: Analyze malware artifacts, reverse engineer malicious scripts, and map threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Develop custom: Develop custom detection rules (Sigma, YARA) and SOAR automation playbooks to accelerate incident containment.
• Author detailed: Author detailed executive incident briefing reports and post-incident security recommendations.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at Telstra Purple, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Networks or industry certifications (CISSP, CEH, GCIH).
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 5+ Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• 5+ years of operational experience in a 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) or Incident Response team.
• Deep understanding of network protocols, operating system internals (Windows/Linux), and adversary evasion techniques.
• Demonstrated mastery of SIEM query languages (Splunk SPL, KQL) and EDR platforms.
• Relevant certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, CISSP, or GNFA.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At Telstra Purple, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$150,000 – AU$180,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Competitive salary ($150,000 – $180,000) + superannuation + Telstra product discounts.
• Flexible work arrangements with Melbourne CBD innovation hub and home office support.
• Unrivalled continuous learning, cyber range training, and global conference tickets.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: Telstra Purple

Telstra Purple is Australia’s largest owned technology services business, bringing together people and innovative tech across cloud, cyber, and IoT.

Telstra Purple is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official Telstra Purple careers gateway.