Senior Business Analyst (Cybersecurity)

Job no:516765
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Information Technology

• Play a pivotal role in shaping the cybersecurity strategy for a World top 100 University.
• Level 7-8, full-time appointment on a 12-month fixed term contract.
• Base salary range: $112,012 – $136,550 p.a. (total package).

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team
UWA is making significant investments in the Information and Technology Services to enable its strategic direction and goals. UWA is also looking to utilise technology advancements to expand its services and create new and innovative teaching and research models. Robust, flexible, integrated and agile enterprise architecture, information and technology services are vital to enabling the university strategic objectives.

About the opportunity
Reporting to the Manager (Portfolio), you will lead the coordination of business analysis, requirements elicitation, and process re-design. You will also translate business needs into technical requirements, develop testing strategies, and foster a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement. In addition, you will develop gap analysis, requirements elicitation, and prioritisation, along with establishing testing strategies and plans for solutions delivery projects.

About you
To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate a relevant tertiary qualification in a business discipline or equivalent competency, knowledge of business analysis methodologies such as BABOK or AGILE BA, and substantial experience in technology-related roles within large and complex organisations.

Provision of a Current National Police Clearance will be required for the successful applicant.

What we offer to you
The position attracts a competitive remuneration and benefits package including 17% superannuation. We also offer a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with up to 36 weeks paid parental leave, along with work life balance and the opportunity to be part of a high performing, dynamic, friendly and supportive team. We value professional development and encourage our staff to further themselves with the various Professional & Development opportunities available. Our beautiful and historic campus situated in Matilda Bay has wonderful onsite facilities including on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy, a gym and aquatic centre, supermarket and medical centre, cultural activities (like Laurance Wilson Art Gallery and Somerset Cinemas). Staff parking and well-connected transport options are available.

About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   Position description - Senior Business Analyst (516765).pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 10 March 2024

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Anthony Winter at [email protected] . 

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.

Advertised:01 Mar 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:10 Mar 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time