Cyber Engagement

**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Fixed-term - Full-time

**Salary**: $97,955 - $111,142

**Grade**:VPS 4

**Occupation**:IT and telecommunications

**Location**:Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

**Reference**:VG/DH/EHEALTH/722136

The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on
supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with
communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and
wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.
**About the role**:

- The Cyber Culture and Engagement Officer will assist the Manager Enterprise Cyber Security, Governance, Risk, Compliance and Awareness in creating a cyber safe department. You will use your knowledge and expertise of cyber security culture and project management methodologies to contribute to the development and running of awareness activities to engage and enhance the cyber awareness of departmental staff and where possible, key external suppliers. You will work in collaboration with stakeholders across the department to identify key issues, concerns and find solutions that helps support a robust cyber culture.

**About us**:

- At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.
- We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

**About you**:
**Can you Demonstrate?**
- Developing and executing an action plan to embed a cyber culture and achieve high user engagement across DH and DFFH that is aligned with the department cyber security strategy, the treatment of key department cyber/information security risks, regulatory obligation under the Victorian Protective Data Security Standards and the WoVG Cyber Culture strategy.
- Utilising different ways of communicating and promoting awareness of cyber security topic areas across DH, DFFH and other external parties as required.
- Providing cyber security consulting services and advice in relation to info sec classifications, privacy impact assessments, security policies, and any cyber related concerns.
- Research, analyse and bring together meaningful content to develop learning artefacts to promote the cyber culture program
- Collaborating with other peers within the two department and across WoVG, to deliver awareness activities, share knowledge and experiences.

**Qualifications / Specialist Expertise**

**Qualifications**
- The following qualifications would be desirable:

- A relevant IT degree or qualification.
- Experience in Cyber Security Education.
- Industry recognised certifications and/or training related to cyber security

**Specialist Expertise**
- Knowledge of information security best practise and current and emerging industry trends.
- Understanding and knowledge of:

- _Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic_) including Victorian Protective Data Security Framework (VPDSF).
- The Australian Signals Directorate's (ASD) Strategies to Mitigate Cyber Security Incidents and Top 8 Essentials.
- Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework
- Defence Signals Directorate Information Security Manual - Controls
- ISO 27001/2
- NIST
- Whole of Victorian Government information security policies and standards

**What we offer**:

- The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
- A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
- A strong commitment to work-life balance, inc luding a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

**How to apply**:

- Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.
- Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy.

- Applications close Thursday 18 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted
- 4 September 2025