Senior Cyber Security and Risk Officer

Job Description

If you are passionate about data protection but believe that the policy and process “pen is mightier than the sword”, we want to hear from you! Remuneration: $127,150 - $144,444 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Packaging Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3 Location: Waratah Campus Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ549858 Applications Close: Sunday 23rd February 2025 Are you passionate about Cyber Security and eager to make a real difference in a dynamic healthcare environment? We’re looking for a results-driven, hands-on Senior Cyber Security and Risk Officer to play a critical role in enhancing our security infrastructure and mitigating risks. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are excited by the opportunity to translate strategy into action, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families. About The Role As the Senior Cyber Security and Risk Officer, you will work closely with your Senior Manager to identify, assess and manage risks to ensure effective risk management practices. You will take charge of initiatives that drive security enhancements across the organisation, working closely with senior stakeholders to maintain compliance, improve security practices, and ensure a resilient environment for sensitive data. You will be responsible for: Leading risk assessments of proposed technologies and major changes, recommending necessary controls Participating in the creation of security policies, audits, assessments, and system documentation Keeping abreast of changes in cybersecurity laws and regulations, updating policies and practices accordingly Driving the delivery of a multi-year cybersecurity plan and improving security infrastructure Developing KPIs and metrics to monitor and improve risk management performance Aligning and refining cyber security risk management with the enterprise risk framework About You If you are a motivated professional with a passion for Cyber Security, GRC & Privacy, and a desire to make a positive impact on patient care, this is the perfect opportunity for you. We are looking for a dynamic and energetic professional with a proven track record of success, who has: Experience implementing or operating or managing a wide range of security tool sets across networks, servers, endpoints and suppliers Ability to evaluate process effectiveness and identify areas for improvement Experience engaging with penetration testing, vulnerability management services and audit services Passionate about contributing to an environment that requires both strategic vision and hands-on execution Highly organised, with excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills Demonstrated refined analytical skills and tradecraft Able to build excellent rapport with stakeholders and team members Experienced with a full suite of IT security tooling Experience in ISMS implementation and management Join a supportive and collaborative team who are driven to provide excellence for every patient, every time. Our ICT team can enable you to be part of one of the largest transformations to Digital Health. If you fit this description and are genuinely interested in making a difference in the healthcare industry, we encourage you to apply! Why join us? At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Proximity to shopping and other services Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-life balance Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position An eligibility list will be created for future permanent and temporary full or part-time vacancies We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position For role-related queries or questions contact Steve Burkinheath on Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via or 1300 40 25 23. Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full-time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses. Connect with us on Facebook and LinkedIn! #J-18808-Ljbffr