Manager - Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance (519141)
Department of HealthHealth ICTHICT - Cybersecurity Services
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 07 June, 2026 11:55 PM
Sunday 7 June, 2026 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 7
$128,102 to $134,832 per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, full-time
Region:
North, North West, South, Statewide
Location:
Department of Health is seeking experienced cybersecurity governance professionals to help protect our digital future.
The Team:
The Cybersecurity Services unit safeguards the Department of Health's people, systems and data so Tasmanians can safely access trusted health services. We provide enterprise‐wide cyber risk management, security operations, incident response and assurance across clinical, corporate and digital health environments. Working closely with clinicians, ICT teams and partners, we enable secure innovation, protect sensitive information and strengthen resilience against evolving cyber threats across the Tasmanian health system.
The Role:
As Manager, Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance, you will lead a small specialist team shaping how cybersecurity risk is managed across the Department of Health. You'll drive enterprise‐wide cyber governance, policy and assurance activities, provide trusted advice to senior leaders, and strengthen accountability and compliance aligned with industry best practice. Working closely with clinical, digital health and corporate stakeholders, you'll champion a proactive cyber risk management culture while managing people, budgets and priorities in a complex, high‐impact environment supporting essential public health services.
You will need:
* Demonstrated high‐level specialised expertise, knowledge, and experience in the effective development, implementation, and management of complex cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance matters within a large organisation, focusing on the people, process, and technology aspects.
* High level strategic, conceptual, analytical and creative skills, with both the ability to understand and make sound judgements about the political, social, and organisational environment impacting on the Agency, and a comprehensive understanding of contemporary cybersecurity issues and trends, with demonstrable commitment to ensuring continued relevancy.
* Demonstrated experience and capacity to provide specialised advice regarding complex cybersecurity, issues, and risks, together with the ability to recommend options and solutions in a clear and concise manner to a range of audiences.
Position Features:
* Some regular out of hours work or on call may be required to meet specific needs and/or deadlines.
Salary:
$128,102 to $134,832 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
* Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
* Appropriate tertiary qualifications in business management, ICT, information management or a cybersecurity related discipline.
* A security clearance of Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) or the ability to obtain one.
Details of appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
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