Aps5 Cyber Security Officer

APS 5
$86,204 - $93,226
Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, Brisbane
About the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission
The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (the Commission) was formed on 1 January 2019. We work to improve the lives of older people by maintaining the integrity of the aged care system.
As the single independent regulator of Australian Government aged care services, we offer a variety of interesting and challenging jobs across most capital cities.
It is an exciting time to join the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission, with major reforms underway to improve aged care in Australia. You will be contributing to our role as the national regulator to safeguard and protect older Australians receiving aged care services.
About the Team
The purpose of Cyber Team is to enable, enhance and support all Commission functions with the delivery of best practice services, to support our organisational goal to become a world class aged care regulator.
We define, develop, enhance, and support business systems to enable effective and efficient regulation of aged care services across all Commission functions.
About the Role
Position Duties
As a Cyber Security Officer, your duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
**Security Risk Assessment and Control**:

- Support compliance activities related to security controls, reviewing information systems to identify and escalate potential security vulnerabilities.
**Incident Response and Management**:

- Participate in the coordination, governance, and response to moderately complex cybersecurity incidents and investigations.
- Provide support during significant cyber events, contributing to real-time security monitoring, incident detection, and response efforts.
**Policy and Procedure Management**:

- Assist in updating cybersecurity policies, procedures, and incident response plans to ensure they are current and align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure that all security documentation is maintained accurately and effectively.
**Security Operations**:

- Perform security monitoring and analysis, utilising various tools to detect and respond to potential threats.
- Conduct forensic analysis of security incidents and artifacts in accordance with Commission’s policies, standards, and guidelines.
**Governance and Compliance Support**:

- Support Commission’s efforts to comply with the ASD Essential 8 and Information Security Manual (ISM) by participating in relevant activities and assessments.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks within the organisation.
**Communication and Collaboration**:

- Work collaboratively with Commission staff and cross-functional teams, clearly communicating cybersecurity concepts, standards, and guidelines.
- Resolve or escalate cybersecurity inquiries, ensuring they are handled in a timely and effective manner.
**Continuous Learning and Improvement**:

- Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and best practices, proactively identifying and addressing security risks.
- Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance your skills and contribute to the team’s overall expertise.
**Position Eligibility Requirements (Selection Criteria)**:
To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate the following:
**Technical Expertise**:

- Previous experience in cybersecurity analysis, operations, or engineering is highly desirable.
- A well-developed understanding of the cybersecurity operational environment and associated tools and technologies.
**Analytical Skills**:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data from various cybersecurity tools and systems.
- Capacity to assess security issues and contribute to the development of effective solutions.
**Communication and Collaboration**:

- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, cross-functional teams, and external partners.
**Proactive Approach**:

- Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and mitigate security risks, ensuring the protection of the organisation’s information assets.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and a keen interest in staying abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends and best practices.
**Governance and Compliance Knowledge**:

- A foundational understanding of cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks, particularly ISO 27001:2022 and ACSC Essential 8.
**Position Notes**:
Salary offered will be between $86,204 - $93,226 per annum depending on skills and experience. In addition, 15.4% superannuation will be paid.
Non-ongoing opportunity will be offered for an irregular/intermittent term. Opportunities will be offered for varying periods up to 12 m