Overview

Security Analyst Jobs in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia at AC3

Title: Security Analyst

Company: AC3

Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Melbourne | NV1/NV2 Required

SOC Analyst (L1) | Contract & Permanent

  • Start or grow your career in a 24/7 Security Operations Centre
  • Contract and permanent opportunities available

We’re partnering with a leading cyber and technology team supporting complex enterprise and government environments. This is a great opportunity to build your foundations in a mature, well-supported SOC with modern tooling and clear career pathways.

About the Role

You’ll be part of a 24/7 SOC, responsible for monitoring, triaging, and escalating security alerts while building your technical capability in a real-world environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Monitor and triage security alerts across SIEM and EDR tools
  • Perform initial investigation of potential security incidents
  • Analyse logs across endpoints, networks and cloud platforms
  • Escalate higher-risk alerts in line with established processes
  • Document findings clearly within case management systems
  • Support shift handovers and day-to-day SOC operations
  • Learn from experienced analysts in a fast-paced security environment

What We’re Looking For

  • Active NV1 or NV2 clearance (must-have)
  • Background in IT support, networking, or cyber security
  • Exposure to security tools or concepts (SIEM, alerts, threats)
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
  • Clear communication skills and willingness to learn
  • Comfortable working in a shift-based (24/7) environment

What’s in It for You

  • $90K–$110K + Super + Paid Overtime + Bonus
  • Contract and permanent pathways available
  • Hybrid model, 3 days in the office/2 WFH
  • Career progression to L2 / Incident Response / Engineering

Additional Info

  • Rotating shift pattern (e.g. 4-3-3-4 roster)
  • Must have Valid NV1/NV2 clearance
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