Incident Response Handler

Overview

Work for a global FMCG company with some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands. Be part of an exciting business where employees are recognised and career growth is supported. At PepsiCo, you can Dare for Better. You can help build a world where there are more possibilities for more people, no matter what role you hold. Together, we’ll make a positive impact for good.

Because when we Dare for Better, we can smile at what’s next. For our careers, families, communities and the planet. To continue this success, we are hiring an Incident Response Handler to lead the response to security incidents, threats, and vulnerabilities within the Cyber Fusion Center.

The role is responsible for engaging across the full incident lifecycle, analysing logs and security data to contain and resolve incidents, identify root causes, and provide clear remediation recommendations.

• For you:
• Competitive benefits package: Generous leave options (wellness, birthday, volunteer, additional leave purchase/cash out)
• Lease Plan Health & Wellness programs: Discounted private health insurance
• Financial coaching
• Counselling sessions
• Flu vaccinations
• Skin checks Professional development programs Global career opportunities

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, respond to, and mitigate advanced cyber threats across enterprise networks.
• Lead incident response investigations and drive rapid containment and resolution.
• Coordinate response efforts across multiple teams and business units, including post‑incident reviews.
• Proactively monitor environments, maintain incident response playbooks, and stay current on emerging threats.
• Communicate clearly with leadership and stakeholders while ensuring confidentiality and supporting on‑call needs.
• Mentoring and managing escalations from the junior staff

Qualifications

About you

4+ years of experience in information security and incident operations.

Strong knowledge of Linux/UNIX, Windows, networking, and security tools.

Proven skills in incident analysis, troubleshooting, and root cause resolution.

Experience with security monitoring, SIEM, firewalls, security toolings and scripting.

Excellent communication, teamwork, decision-making, and customer focus.

• Mentoring Junior staff experience is good to have
• Security certificates in SANS GCFA or GCIH is good to have
• Hands-on digital forensic and/or malware analysis experience is a plus
• Proactive attitude, seeking for improvement opportunities which can positively impact the security posture and the business.

Excellent interpersonal, mentoring and collaborative skills.

About us

Join us and work with iconic brands like Doritos, Gatorade, Pepsi Max, Smith’s Chips, Red Rock Deli, Twisties, Quaker Oats, and Bluebird NZ.Recognised as a Top Employer in Australia and New Zealand for the past 4 years Family Friendly Certification (AU) Australian Disability Network Member PepsiCo is dedicated to sustainability with initiatives like EV chargers, net-zero energy efficiency, hydro trucks, and net-zero water usage.

We foster innovation and empower employees to make a meaningful impact through Pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). Join us to shape the future of food and beverages with a focus on sustainability.

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