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IT Support & Administration
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Hunter New England Local Health District
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REQ549858 Requisition #



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, 2nd of March 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 mgt services and audit services 
  • Passionate about contributing to an environment that require both strategic vision and hands-on execution, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact
  • Highly organised, with excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrate refined analytical skills and tradecraft and possess excellent communication skills (oral and written).
  • 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 Worklife 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?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) An eligibility list will be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies
4)  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 Stephen.Burkinheath@health.nsw.gov.au


Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

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 nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au 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. 


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