Principal Technical Specialist

Reporting to the Technical Delivery Manager, the Principal Technical Specialist will play a technical lead role in the implementation of the Endpoint Protection Platform and/or the Vulnerability Management Security Solutions, within the Cyber Security Program. These roles will provide technical implementation skills, and analysis and expert advice of the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) and/or Vulnerability Management Services (VMS).
**Key responsibilities include**:
Lead the design, deployment and configuration of Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) and Vulnerability Management Systems (VMS).
Contribute to the development of project plans and schedules, identifying potential risks and issues.
Actively engage in project meetings and collaborate with team members to ensure timely delivery of security solutions.
Provide high-level support and ensure the security solutions are operational and effective.
Conduct regular maintenance, updates, and performance tuning of security tools.
Implement proactive measures to enhance system resilience against emerging threats.
Partner with internal and external stakeholders to develop, socialise, and implement technical security plans.
Contribute expert advice and analysis on current and future security requirements.
Provide comprehensive support during planned ICT changes and updates, ensuring mínimal disruption and maximum security.
Are you right for this role?
**To be successful in this role you will have**:
Demonstrated ability in configuring and documenting enterprise systems with experience in some or all of the following hardware and software: Microsoft, Oracle Solaris, Oracle Enterprise Linux, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, VMware vSphere and Windows 10 Desktop Operating System. (SFIA: DESN 5)
Experience in Endpoint Protection and Vulnerability Management domains. (SFIA: TECH 6)
Proven ability to participate in a highly skilled technical team providing high-level technical direction, standardisation and support of enterprise infrastructure in a large customer focused organisation. (SFIA Code: ARCH 5; METL 5)
Knowledge of the ITIL Service Management and Service Delivery methodology, the Prince2 Project methodology and utilising conceptual and analytical skills, respond to complex client business requirements. (SFIA: METL 5)
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with multiple key internal projects, Operations and external technology vendor stakeholders by the use of high level written and interpersonal consultations, negotiation and communication skills including the ability to influence others. (SFIA: RLMT 5)
Ability to work individually and within a high-performance team with time critical and financially constrained tasks and complex deliverables by providing guidance to technical resources in the team. (SFIA: PRMG 5) (NHS Self-Management) (NHS Collaborative Working)
**About eHealth Queensland**:
eHealth Queensland is one of the largest Information Communication Technology operations in the state. It is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of information systems and technologies so that Queensland Health employees and health providers have access to information that supports the delivery of health care.
**Benefits of working with eHealth Queensland**:
By joining eHealth Queensland, you will work within a fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment where every employee plays a critical role in our ongoing success.
**You will enjoy a variety of benefits, including**:
Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading.
Flexible working arrangements
Diverse work culture
Career training and development