Cybersecurity Officer

Requisition No: 5976

Executive Division: Chief Financial Officer

Division: Digital Technology Services

Program: DTS Cyber Security

Department: DTS Cyber Security

Enterprise Agreement: Varied Health and Allied Services, Managers and Ad

Job Function: Administration & Leadership

Project:

Cybersecurity Officer

• Location: Footscray
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: HS3 - Grade 3

About the role

The DTS Cybersecurity Officer provides expertise in Cloud Cybersecurity, Identity, and Dynamic Network Micro-Segmentation, as well as broader security architecture and technical design.

The officer effectively identifies, documents, and communicates associated risks (based on ISO 27001, NIST, and the ASD Essential Eight), and recommends mitigating controls to guide Solution Designers in delivering secure and compliant solutions across both cloud and on-premises environments.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting the Cyber Security Manager in delivering ongoing cybersecurity guidance for identity, devices, and data, aligned with the NIST Zero Trust Architecture framework
• Reviewing and reassessing dynamic network micro-segmentation automation for devices on a daily basis
• Supporting the Cyber Security Manager in the development of Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR), enhancing incident response and improving overall security posture
• Promptly responding to security incidents, including evidence collection and escalation where necessary.
• Refer to Position Description for a full list of Key Responsibilities and Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA) requirements

About you:

• A degree in a relevant field with subsequent relevant minimum 3 years experience, and an appropriate industry Certification, and/or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
• Demonstrated awareness of the current trends and threats in Cyber security, for example: Information Security Industry Standards and technologies (for example: Identity Management; Threat Intelligence; Threat Management; Cloud Security; End-Point Device Protection; Malware control Management, Network Dynamic Micro-segmentation)
• Strong understanding of security concepts, including Data Loss Prevention, Encryption, Single Sign On, Multi-Factor Authentication, Certificate-based authentication.
• Experience with Crowdstrike, MS/Azure Security/Purview, Cisco FTD/ISE/Umbrella/CES, , Forescout, and Cloudflare as well as common NDR and Dynamic Network Micro-segmentation platforms is highly regarded

Position Description

About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

We'd love to hear from you.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 21 November 2025.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Cyber Security Manager, Sasho Todorovski )

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

Western Health