About the role
As a VE Teacher in ICT – Cybersecurity and Networking, you will play a key role in shaping the next generation of technology professionals. You will deliver engaging, industry‐aligned training and assess competency‐based learning in line with national training package requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
* Deliver training across face‐to‐face, online, and blended modes.
* Design and assess competency‐based learning.
* Provide academic and pastoral support to students.
* Contribute to curriculum design and assessment validation.
* Engage with industry partners to maintain currency and relevance.
* Participate in compliance processes aligned with ASQA standards.
Teaching & Assessment
* Demonstrated experience in competency‐based assessment.
* Understanding of ICT and Cyber Security training packages.
* Ability to diagnose learning challenges and implement solutions.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Cybersecurity & Technical Expertise
* Penetration testing and vulnerability assessment.
* Incident response and SOC operations.
* Experience with cybersecurity tools such as Kali Linux, Wireshark, Metasploit, Nmap, and Burp Suite.
* Experience with SIEM platforms and cloud security environments (Azure/AWS).
* Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks including ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, Essential Eight, OWASP, and CIS Controls.
* Practical engagement in platforms such as Root Me (CTF environments).
Preferred Industry Certifications
* ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor.
* Certified Information Security Officer (CISO).
* CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, CCNA/CCNP.
* Azure Security Engineer or AWS Security Specialty.
Additional Attributes
* Commitment to inclusive education and student wellbeing.
* Experience mentoring students in CTFs or applied industry projects.
* Strong compliance awareness (ASQA standards and validation processes).
* Continuous professional development and industry engagement.
Qualifications
Certificate IV Training & Assessment required as a minimum.
Appointments to this position are subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your interest and suitability for this role by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page.
Applications close: 19 Apr 2026 11.59 pm.
Equal Opportunity Statement
RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child‐safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. In line with RMIT University's commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender‐based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‐based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender‐based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‐employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT's safety obligations. RMIT supports adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, and during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani at talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information – https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
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