Cyber Security Officer, Strategy Cybersecurity

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $79,122 - $96,073

Grade: VPS 3

Occupation: IT and telecommunications

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/DH/EHEALTH/760069

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:

Reporting to the Manager Enterprise Cybersecurity GRC & Awareness, the Cyber Security Officer will work within the Cyber Security Unit (CSU) to coordinate and implement improvement and business as usual activities across the unit.

The primary purpose of the Cyber Security Analyst role is to support the Cyber Security Unit (CSU) by assisting with the coordination and maintenance of the unit's work tasks, documentation, policies, and procedures. This role plays a key part in maintaining good practices across CSU operations.

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:

Do you have experience in?

• Under direction, and in accordance with process guidelines and agreed timelines, analyse security events to help triage and identify security incidents to reduce the risk of data breaches and downtime.
• Maintain a funded agency list (to include portfolio entities) which will encompass associated correspondence resulting from communications with funded agencies, including their access to the SharePoint portal.
• May lead a team through activities including individual and team performance management and development
• Explains concepts and policies to clients, stakeholders and staff
• Assist with the coordination, collection and archiving of artefacts for internal and external audits and assessments.
• Under direction, prepare accurate data for the Victorian Protective Data Security Standards (VPDSS) annual reporting process.

Qualifications

A relevant IT degree or qualification.

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, including 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.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

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Applications close Thursday 18 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted

4 September 2025