Senior Information Technologist: Cyber Security (HEO 7)

• Based within Information Strategy and Technology Services at the Mawson Lakes campus
• Full-time, continuing position
• Commencement Salary: $90,234 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role

You will provide expertise in the development, support and maintenance of security processes that will protect the University from breaches, computer viruses or attacks by cyber-criminals. With prior experience in the management of cyber security incidents and implementing appropriate courses of action, you will lend your expertise to the development of cyber security controls as well as the design of new procedures and responses.

You will analyse and assess potential IT risks and provide advice to senior staff on appropriate security controls, taking a leadership role in the design of the University’s cyber security architecture and supporting technologies. You will also support the Manager: Cyber Security to educate staff in the awareness of cyber security issues and ensure that staff are trained in good cyber security practice.

About UniSA

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change. Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.

Core Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of the University’s cyber security infrastructure
• Provide expert advice to senior stakeholders
• Analyse and assess IT risks as they pertain to data, transmission, and authentication
• Contribute to the appropriate training of university staff is good cyber security practice
• Monitor ongoing hazards and ensure compliance of good security practices

Essential Skills and Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent knowledge and experience
• Prior experience in the management of major cyber security breaches
• Extensive experience in the design of cyber security architecture
• In depth experience in the development and application of cyber security controls
• Knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux and MS Windows servers

Benefits

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• Access to great personal development opportunities
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
• Flexible working conditions
• Employee assistance and development programs
• A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car parking fees

Culture

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment. Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results.

How to Apply

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA . The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Please address your cover letter to Sara Heidrich, Recruitment Consultant. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 4040.

Applications close: 11.30pm Monday 9 May 2022

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

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UniSA is committed to developing a diverse workforce and a constructive enterprising culture in which everyone can thrive.

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