Specialist (Cybersecurity Awareness and Assurance)

Job no:507441
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Information Technology

University IT

• Full-time, ongoing appointment
• Salary range: Level 8; $101,337 - $110,766 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities.  With an enviable 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 area to enable its strategic direction and goals. Cybersecurity is one of these areas and is undergoing an uplift in capability and delivery of new services to align with the University’s risk strategy.

The Cybersecurity & Technology Risk unit provides risk governance, architecture & design assurance, and operational governance to all aspects of the cyber security domain, from network security, platform security, application development, cyber awareness and education, and security operations.

About the opportunity

As the appointee you will, under broad direction, have a significant role in integrating cybersecurity best practices into the day-to-day operations of the University. You will be responsible for coordinating cyber security and technology risk assurance activities and providing oversight and governance over risk remediation activities, audit findings and issues in support of UWA’s overall IT risk management program, which is designed to ensure that the University’s IT systems and information assets are adequately protected.

You will work closely with other technology functions and projects to proactively seek opportunities for cybersecurity advice and provide risk assessments of proposed changes and initiatives.

You will own the delivery of a targeted and engaging cyber security awareness program across staff and students, aiming to influence positive behavioural change that reduces risk.

About you

You will have practical experience in a cyber security role with a familiarity of security frameworks and risk management methodologies. You will have experience with identifying and assessing cyber security risks, providing security consultancy and assurance activities and take a pragmatic approach to risk mitigation and security guidance. You are a consummate security professional and are passionate about raising the awareness and education of cyber security. You are outgoing, vocal and do no shy away from taking centre stage. You have strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills and take a collaborative approach towards achieving outcomes.

You will ideally have relevant industry certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC or CISA. Prior exposure to awareness, phishing and social engineering campaigns, as well as working in an IT project environment would be advantageous.

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description. Please see the position description prior to applying:  Position Description - Specialist (Cybersecurity Awareness and Assurance).pdf

You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria .  

Closing date: 11:55pm on Tuesday 31 August 2021

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. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050.

• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered.
• UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021).
• UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020. 

Advertised:17 Aug 2021 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:31 Aug 2021 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time