An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled Security Operations Specialist to join a leading educational institution. This role offers the chance to manage day-to-day cybersecurity operations, ensuring the safety and security of information across all areas. With a competitive salary range of $135,000 - $145,000.

What you'll do:

As a Security Operations Specialist, you will play a crucial role in managing the day-to-day cybersecurity operations. Your responsibilities will include monitoring cyber intelligence feeds, preparing phishing simulation campaigns, generating cybersecurity reports, conducting vulnerability scans, responding to incidents and vulnerabilities, and contributing to the design of cybersecurity controls. You will also stay updated with the latest trends in cybersecurity and communicate technical concepts effectively to various stakeholders.

• Monitor and analyse cyber intelligence feeds to identify potential threats.
• Prepare, deploy, and evaluate phishing simulation campaigns.
• Generate and present cybersecurity reports for compliance monitoring and strategic decision-making.
• Conduct internal vulnerability scans and coordinate remediation efforts.
• Respond proactively to cybersecurity incidents and vulnerabilities.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of cybersecurity controls.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and vulnerabilities.
• Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Security Operations Specialist role will bring at least 3 years of experience in cyber security or related fields. You should have proven experience in cybersecurity operations and proficiency in monitoring cyber intelligence feeds. Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools is essential. Experience operating a phishing and security awareness training platform would be advantageous. Strong knowledge of technical concepts across applications, networks, servers, and client-facing infrastructure is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary for this role. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CISM or CompTIA Security+ would be a plus.

• At least 3 years of experience in cyber security or related fields.
• Proven experience in cybersecurity operations.
• Proficiency in monitoring and analysing cyber intelligence feeds.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools and processes.
• Experience operating a phishing and security awareness training platform.
• Strong knowledge of technical concepts across applications, networks, servers, and client-facing infrastructure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CISM or CompTIA Security+ are a plus.

What sets this company apart:

This education group supports a large network of schools across NSW, with a focus on delivering high-quality learning in a supportive and values-driven environment. With over 18,000 students, they place strong emphasis on personal growth, community, and ethical leadership. Their core values centre around people, service, innovation, and integrity-grounded in a culture shaped by Christian principles.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.

To apply please click apply or call Cody Berry on 02 8289 3123 for a confidential discussion.