At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead cyber security initiatives to protect Australia's largest health system and enhance digital safety.
- Company: Join eHealth NSW, the digital hub for health innovation in Australia.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid work flexibility, competitive salary, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a transformative team dedicated to safeguarding patient data and health services.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in health security while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Cyber Security or equivalent experience required.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Senior Cyber Security Specialist (Health Manager Level 4)
Shape a major cyber security uplift across Australia's largest health system—while enjoying hybrid flexibility, an attractive salary package, and opportunities to grow your expertise.
- Temporary Full-Time Exempt for up to 30th June 2027, with the expectation to renew for the duration of the program.
- Hybrid flexibility for work-life balance from our modern Chatswood office
- Attractive salary, from $147,653 - $175,917 (commensurate with skills and experience) + 12% Super and 17.5% annual leave loading
- Applications Close: 11:59pm, 9 November 2026
About Us – e Health NSW
At e Health NSW, we're leading the digital transformation of Australia's largest health system.
As NSW Health's digital centre of excellence, we design, build and support world-class ICT solutions that improve patient care across the state.
e Health is implementing an NSW Health wide Cyber Security Uplift program.
This multi-year strategic initiative is designed to enhance cyber resilience across the state's health system.
We are working with Local Health Districts, Pillars, and Agencies to improve how we detect and respond to risks and to make sure everyone follows consistent security standards.
By investing in modern technologies, governance frameworks, and workforce capability, NSW Health is proactively addressing the evolving cyber threat landscape to safeguard critical health services and patient data.
About the Opportunity
As a Senior Cyber Security Specialist, you will provide expert-level guidance on cyber security controls, support the implementation of security frameworks, and advise on technical risk mitigation strategies.
This role is critical in developing and maintaining a secure digital environment across NSW Health, ensuring compliance with national and state cyber security standards.
In this role, you will
- Provide specialist advice on cyber security controls, including ACSC Essential Eight and NSW Cyber Security Policy requirements.
- Support implementation and continuous improvement of Information Security Management Systems (ISMS).
- Conduct technical risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies for digital health systems and infrastructure.
- Partner with project teams to integrate security requirements into solution design and delivery.
- Collaborate with technical teams to monitor emerging threats and support incident response activities.
- Contribute to the development of cyber security policies, procedures, and awareness programs.
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and best practices to enhance NSW Health's security posture.
About You
We are looking for someone with
- Tertiary qualifications in Information Security, Cyber Security, or related discipline OR equivalent experience in implementing cyber security controls and frameworks within a large, complex ICT organisation.
- Strong understanding of ACSC Essential Eight, ISO/IEC 27001, IRAP, and NSW Cyber Security Policy.
- Cyber Ark Endpoint Privilege Manager (EPM) implementation experience is desirable.
- Ability to assess technical risks and provide actionable recommendations.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Share Point.
- Current NSW Driver's Licence and willingness to travel as required.
- Why work at e Health NSW
At e Health NSW, our benefits are designed to provide you with the flexibility, growth and support when you need it.
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- To be eligible for this role you must have current Australian work rights (Australian citizen, permanent resident, New Zealand citizen with a current passport, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia).
- 'Exempt' is refers to a fixed term contract of more than 13 weeks.
- If you currently reside outside NSW, please indicate in your application whether you are willing to relocate if successful.
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