AYAN InfoTech is looking for Network Security - Cisco Secure Network Analytics to join an exciting project based in Melbourne. The role offers you the opportunity to contribute towards an extremely well structured and mature environment, working on sophisticated enhancement projects.
Role: Network Security - Cisco Secure Network Analytics
Location: Melbourne
Contract Duration: 6 Months with high possible extensions
Experience: 5+ Years
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cisco Secure Network Analytics (formerly Stealthwatch) SME to lead the implementation, optimization, and ongoing management of network visibility and threat detection initiatives. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in deploying and managing Cisco Secure Network Analytics in complex enterprise environments and provide thought leadership in network security analytics.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the technical SME for Cisco Secure Network Analytics (Stealthwatch), providing design, deployment, tuning, and operational support.
- Monitor and analyze network traffic using Stealthwatch to detect insider threats, data exfiltration, lateral movement, and anomalous behavior.
- Integrate Secure Network Analytics with other SIEM, SOAR, and threat intelligence platforms.
- Collaborate with SOC, network, and infrastructure teams to fine-tune detection rules and reduce false positives.
- Create dashboards, custom reports, and alerts based on business and security requirements.
- Conduct regular health checks, upgrades, and patch management for the Secure Network Analytics ecosystem.
- Lead incident investigations involving network-based anomalies and assist in root cause analysis.
- Provide training and mentorship to junior analysts and operational teams.
- Stay current on Cisco's product enhancements and emerging threat trends to ensure proactive posture.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with Cisco Secure Network Analytics / Stealthwatch.
- In-depth knowledge of NetFlow/sFlow/IPFIX, network protocols, and telemetry.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, firewalls, and segmentation architectures.
- Experience integrating Stealthwatch with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), FMC, and third-party tools.
- Proficient in developing policies, alarms, and behavioral baselines for network entities.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance standards (e.g., Essential 8, NIST etc).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Cisco certifications such as CCNP Security, CCIE Security, or Cisco CyberOps Professional.
- Experience in multi-tenant or hybrid cloud environments
- Scripting knowledge (Python, API integrations) for automation and reporting.
Contact: 61-(02) 7207 6926 for more details.
Please note we will be able to contact only shortlisted candidates for this role. We thank you in advance for your interest.
