Cyber Security Lead

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Mount Gambier
• ASO7 | Full Time Contract | Temporary (12-month contract)
• Salary: $108,109 - $116,864 p.a
• Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Join Us as a Cyber Security Manager – Lead the Future of Digital Resilience at LCLHN

Are you ready to take on a pivotal leadership role safeguarding vital health services? We're seeking a Cyber Security Manager to establish and oversee a comprehensive cyber security program for the Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN). This is a unique opportunity to lead the implementation of the South Australian Cyber Security Framework (SACSF) and drive digital resilience across our organisation.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Director Corporate Services, the Cyber Security Manager will be responsible for the establishment and operation of a cyber security program across LCLHN. Central to this role is a 12-month project focused on embedding the SACSF in line with LCLHN's strategic objectives and compliance obligations.

A key aspect of the role is conducting a comprehensive assessment of our current cyber security maturity, defining the desired future security posture, and outlining the capabilities, resources, and roadmap required to close the gap. By leading this work, you will ensure LCLHN is well-positioned to meet evolving cyber security challenges with a clear, sustainable, and compliant framework.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the establishment and operation of LCLHN's cyber security program.
• Oversee the implementation of the SACSF, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Provide professional expertise, analysis, and technical security leadership as the information security subject matter expert (SME).
• Conduct threat and risk assessments for platforms and applications, providing guidance on appropriate security controls.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards for data protection.
• Provide expert advice on existing and emerging cyber security trends and threats impacting health operations.
• Lead the organisational response to incidents of a cyber security nature.
• Oversee risk assessments of new and existing service technologies.
• Develop and implement cyber security policies and procedures to address organisational risk.

What We Are Looking For:

• Tertiary qualifications in cyber security, information technology, or a related field, and/or security accreditation.
• Demonstrated experience in senior management with accountability for cyber security programs.
• Proven expertise in cyber security management, incident response, and ICT security service delivery.
• Strong technical experience with security tools and technologies such as SIEM, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.
• Experience in developing and implementing cyber security strategies and policies.
• Demonstrated leadership in stakeholder engagement, risk management, and delivering outcomes in complex environments.
• A track record of building partnerships, maintaining high-quality services, and supporting teams through change.

Why Join Us?

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.
• Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is click here.
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.

The Region

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the south-eastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia's best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.

Your lifestyle

• Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
• Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
• Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
• Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
• Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at 

Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job ref: 909254

Enquiries

Elizabeth Marime

Director Corporate Services

Phone:

E-mail:

Application Closing Date

Thursday 16th October PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

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