Higher Education Officer Level 8 | $116,349 - $128,806
Working with a vibrant team across all aspects of Information Security & Infrastructure, the Senior IDS Network Security Specialist provides senior operational support for the delivery of the University's network security capability, with a particular focus on firewall policy lifecycle management (requests, change coordination, documentation, and continuous improvement) in close partnership with Information Security.
You will act as a key liaison for technical teams and University stakeholders to ensure protection of the university's digital environment, through consistent communication, advice, and timely delivery of agreed firewall and network security outcomes, and work collaboratively with Information Security and all relevant IDS and University stakeholders to coordinate and deliver firewall and network security related change initiatives and activities.
Key Position Responsibilities
* Coordinating firewall rule and policy changes across the University network, including intake, impact assessment coordination, approvals, scheduling, implementation, and verification in partnership with Information Security and relevant technical teams.
* Identifying opportunities to improve firewall policy, process, and operations, and coordinating delivery of agreed enhancements with relevant teams.
* Providing expert advice and support to IDS and University stakeholders on network security matters, including participating in projects and initiatives to improve network security and resilience.
* Identifying and documenting firewall and network security risks and operational issues, and coordinating treatment plans and escalations in line with IDS and University policies, in partnership with Information Security.
About You
* A broad knowledge of network protocols and firewall technologies, with practical understanding of security standards and governance expectations, and a strong focus on operational process, documentation quality, and continuous improvement.
* High-level self-improvement and growth mindset towards the role, fostering the same among the wider team.
* Higher education experience is advantageous.
* Progress towards postgraduate qualifications in Information Technology or a relevant technical area, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training in an IT environment.
* Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot firewall and connectivity issues, coordinate inputs during security events, and escalate appropriately through agreed operational channels.
* High-level interpersonal and relationship management skills, with demonstrated ability to liaise effectively between technical teams, communicate complex technical matters clearly, and manage customer relationships strategically.
About Information and Digital Services (IDS)
IDS is a pivotal resource of the University, providing information and digital technology services and support to university staff and students, including the IDS Service Desk, audio visual, simulation and event services, information security, and identity access management services.
Benefits
* 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
* Flexible working arrangements
* Wellbeing support through the Thriving@Flinders initiative
* Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers
* Diversity and inclusion initiatives
* Vibrant campus life and onsite health care, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia)
Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment
Flinders University is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all vacancies.
Prescribed Conditions for Employment
Appointment to this role is conditional on the completion of required pre‐employment checks and declarations, each of which must be satisfactory to the University. This includes a Gender Based Violence declaration, in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender Based Violence (2025), and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate; each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the role.
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