Head of Cyber Security

locations NSW - Sydney, CBD, Inner West and Eastern Suburbs VIC - Melbourne, CBD & Inner Suburbs QLD - Brisbane, CBD & Inner Suburbs

time type Full time

posted on Posted 4 Days Ago

time left to apply End Date: August 29, 2025 (16 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR143741

Job Description:

Better and fairer care . Always.

St Vincent's has been a leader in Australia's health and aged care landscape for more than 165 years. Since our founders, the Sisters of Charity, opened our first hospital in 1857, our services and nearly 30,000 people have been behind some of Australia's most important medical breakthroughs. We are a microcosm of Australia's health and aged care system and are uniquely positioned to lead and respond to our rapidly changing environment.

We are looking for a special kind of person - a St Vincent's kind of person. Someone who puts excellence, compassion, connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do .

Reporting directly to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), the Head of Cyber Security will be the operational lead for cyber security at St Vincent's . This is a chance to actively lead the end-to-end delivery of our core security functions. You will be accountable for key domains including threat and vulnerability management, incident detection and response, and security engineering. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring our security controls are robustly designed, implemented, and maintained, directly supporting our enterprise-wide security strategy.

This role will have a voice and real impact in a strategic whole of business technology implementation and modernisation. A career defining opportunity to be part of a change that will save and improve lives.

This is a Permanent Full-Time position based in any of ou r Group Head Offices in Sydney , Brisbane or Melbourne on a hybrid working arrangement – 3 days a week in office and 2 days working from home . In this role, there will be a require ment to work on-call as needed.

Key responsibilities of the role:

Lead the Security Operations Team, guiding them to deliver and manage cyber security for our information systems

Drive the implementation , maintenance and monitoring of our Information Security Management Framework

Take responsibility for the scoping, planning, and delivery of complex security programs

Lead the coordination of responses to security compliance and risk audits, and manage the triage of all security incidents and risks

Ensure St Vincent's security risk profile and compliance remain aligned with our risk appetite, while also implementing procedures to address non-compliance

Recruit, develop, coach, and retain a high-performing team of security professionals

Develop and implement engagement strategies to foster a strong, enterprise-wide understanding of information security risks

Things that work for us:

Minimum 7 years of security leadership experience, with a proven ability to engage and influence executive/senior management and external vendors

Prior experience in the establishment and/or management of a Security Operations Centre (SOC)

Demonstrated history of developing and delivering cyber strategies and roadmaps. A strong background in information technology with a clear understanding of operational security and risk, including 5 + years administering IT security controls

Experience in identifying technical and people issues, applying analytical skills to develop appropriate security controls. Any prior experience responding to cyber incidents is highly desirable

Proven track record in senior management for risk reporting and substantial knowledge of Information Security standards and regulations

Exceptional oral and written communication skills with the ability to translate complex security concepts and technical information into clear, non-technical language for C-suite and stakeholders at various levels

Bachelor's degree in computer science , programming, or a related field , at minimum relevant certification in Information Security Management is essential

Things that work for you:

Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service

Competitive salary packaging options

Discounted private health insurance

Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families

Access to the Fitness Passport (FP)

At St Vincent's we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, fair and impartial and invites people from all backgrounds to join us.

Pre-Employment Checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.

How To Apply

Please submit your application via the Apply button, include your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability.

Please note - we will be progressing applications throughout the advertising period. Respectfully, no recruitment agencies.

Closing Date:28 August 2025 11:59pmJob Description:

Better and fairer care . Always.

St Vincent's has been a leader in Australia's health and aged care landscape for more than 165 years. Since our founders, the Sisters of Charity, opened our first hospital in 1857, our services and nearly 30,000 people have been behind some of Australia's most important medical breakthroughs. We are a microcosm of Australia's health and aged care system and are uniquely positioned to lead and respond to our rapidly changing environment.

We are looking for a special kind of person - a St Vincent's kind of person. Someone who puts excellence, compassion, connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do .

Reporting directly to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), the Head of Cyber Security will be the operational lead for cyber security at St Vincent's . This is a chance to actively lead the end-to-end delivery of our core security functions. You will be accountable for key domains including threat and vulnerability management, incident detection and response, and security engineering. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring our security controls are robustly designed, implemented, and maintained, directly supporting our enterprise-wide security strategy.

This role will have a voice and real impact in a strategic whole of business technology implementation and modernisation. A career defining opportunity to be part of a change that will save and improve lives.

This is a Permanent Full-Time position based in any of ou r Group Head Offices in Sydney , Brisbane or Melbourne on a hybrid working arrangement – 3 days a week in office and 2 days working from home . In this role, there will be a require ment to work on-call as needed.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Lead the Security Operations Team, guiding them to deliver and manage cyber security for our information systems

  • Drive the implementation , maintenance and monitoring of our Information Security Management Framework

    • Take responsibility for the scoping, planning, and delivery of complex security programs

      • Lead the coordination of responses to security compliance and risk audits, and manage the triage of all security incidents and risks

        • Ensure St Vincent's security risk profile and compliance remain aligned with our risk appetite, while also implementing procedures to address non-compliance

          • Recruit, develop, coach, and retain a high-performing team of security professionals

            • Develop and implement engagement strategies to foster a strong, enterprise-wide understanding of information security risks

Things that work for us:

• Minimum 7 years of security leadership experience, with a proven ability to engage and influence executive/senior management and external vendors

  • Prior experience in the establishment and/or management of a Security Operations Centre (SOC)

    • Demonstrated history of developing and delivering cyber strategies and roadmaps. A strong background in information technology with a clear understanding of operational security and risk, including 5 + years administering IT security controls

      • Experience in identifying technical and people issues, applying analytical skills to develop appropriate security controls. Any prior experience responding to cyber incidents is highly desirable

        • Proven track record in senior management for risk reporting and substantial knowledge of Information Security standards and regulations

          • Exceptional oral and written communication skills with the ability to translate complex security concepts and technical information into clear, non-technical language for C-suite and stakeholders at various levels

            • Bachelor's degree in computer science , programming, or a related field , at minimum relevant certification in Information Security Management is essential

Things that work for you:

• Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service

  • Competitive salary packaging options

    • Discounted private health insurance

      • Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families

        • Access to the Fitness Passport (FP)

At St Vincent's we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, fair and impartial and invites people from all backgrounds to join us.

Pre-Employment Checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.

Equal Opportunity

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.

How To Apply

Please submit your application via the Apply button, include your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability.

Please note - we will be progressing applications throughout the advertising period. Respectfully, no recruitment agencies.

Closing Date:28 August 2025 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https ://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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time left to apply End Date: August 29, 2025 (16 days left to apply)

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Become a healthcare superheroAbout Us

St Vincent's Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857.

Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent's is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead's vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do.

From modest beginnings, St Vincent's Health Australia is today the nation's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities.The St Vincent's family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more.

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