Manager Cyber Security

Vacancy Reference No. 947834

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent and Fixed Term Full Time appointments.

We currently have one Fixed Term Full Time appointment available for 12 months with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/01/2026.

Position Profile: Are you passionate about technology and cyber security? Do you want to play a pivotal role in protecting critical systems and data for The Department of Health (DoH). The DoH is seeking a dynamic Cyber Security Manager to lead the team and shape our Cyber Security initiatives, utilising your transferable skills and diverse experience.

You'll be at the forefront of leading, developing, managing, and undertaking system-wide ICT strategy and governance initiatives/projects, including oversight of the implementation of WA Health cyber security strategies, cyber security frameworks, cyber security implementation plans, cyber security risk and assurance reviews and cyber security business cases. You will provide strategic advice, identify and build relationships with stakeholders on crucial cyber security issues, in alignment with our WA Health Digital Strategy.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join us at DoH to lead and guide the team that is dedicated to protecting our patients, clinicians, systems, and data from cyber threats. Apply now and take the next step in your Cyber Security career!

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
• Access to salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
  
  

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Shafeeq Rockley (08) 6222 2085.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the following essential selection criteria in no more than 2 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.

• Demonstrated extensive experience and expertise in ICT planning, implementation, and operations.
• Demonstrated experience in assurance techniques within a complex organisation including the ability to plan and deliver an assurance program of work.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to reconcile information and make considered assessments pertaining to the organisational risk and the capability to make rigorous recommendations to remediate.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills including negotiation, facilitation and liaison skills and the ability to gain cooperation amongst stakeholders with potentially competing interests.
• Highly developed analysis skills to facilitate audit of risk controls and management reporting for assurance purposes.
  
  

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.