Cyber Security Analyst

Mō te tūranga | About the Role

As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will be a member of Westpac’s dedicated Security Operations Team responsible for detecting and responding to all security threats and incidents.

Cyber Security Analysts perform real-time log analysis providing network and data security for Westpac New Zealand. Through an in-depth understanding of exploits and vulnerabilities, Cyber Security Analysts evaluate the type and severity of security events and resolve issues following the appropriate corrective action, or escalation procedures.

Ko tō mahi | What you’ll do

• Monitor security alerts and events to detect, triage, and respond to potential threats.

• Investigate and analyse incidents, working through containment, eradication, and recovery activities.

• Support the day-to-day operation of security monitoring and detection capabilities to ensure visibility and coverage.

• Assist with tuning detection rules and use cases to improve alert quality and reduce noise.

• Work with engineering and IT teams to support incident response activities and strengthen security controls.

• Contribute to threat hunting, continuous improvement initiatives, and automation of SOC processes.

• Follow standard processes for incidents, changes, and documentation.

• Participate in an on-call support roster with support from the team.

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?

• 3+ years’ experience in security operations, penetration testing security engineering, or adjacent domains.

• Good foundational and technical knowledge in security, web technologies, networking, and cloud infrastructure.

• A solid investigatory mindset, a keen eye for anomalies, and motivated to dive deeper, ask questions, and discover root causes.

• A proven experience and track record in security incident response and security operations

• Desirable experience in security platforms and tools like SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR etc

• Wide-ranging technical skills and understanding of web technologies, networking, and cloud infrastructure.

Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac

In addition to immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you'll receive some great job perks and benefits including:

• 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best

• Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year

• Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme

• Growth and development – we provide opportunities for development and promote internal mobility

• Recognition - we recognise and reward our star performers

• School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday

• 2 Volunteer days per year

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.

What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!

Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!

Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter. 

The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities. 

Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater

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