This role provides specialist advice and operational support to the organisation's cyber security workforce strategy, training, awareness, and communication initiatives
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Cyber Security Engagement Officer to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
* Research emerging cyber security threats and trends, analyse data, and conduct training needs analyses
* Lead the planning of cyber security training and awareness programs, materials, and activities, to promote organisational security priorities
* Deliver training and awareness sessions to staff, ensuring content is accessible, engaging, and tailored
* Support succession planning initiatives to build a positive culture, and a sustainable and resilient cyber security workforce.
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
* While not mandatory a relevant tertiary qualification and/or recognised industry certifications in Cyber Security, Education, Training and Assessment, Communications, or a related field
* This position may be required to supervise more junior members of the team
* Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
* Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
* Flexible work options
* Career Development
* Salary Packaging
* Modern Facilities
* Diverse Work Culture
* Research Opportunities
* 12.75% super
* 17.5% leave loading
Salary
* Temporary full time (up to 11 months, with the possibility of extension)
* Base salary ranging from $4 791.30 - $5 132.30 per fortnight
About Us
The Digital Health and Innovation (DHI) division has been established to drive significant service improvements and digital transformation opportunities, in alignment with the strategic objectives outlined in the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Services (GCHHS) Strategic Plan 2028.
The DHI portfolio consists of interconnected functional business units and teams, including Digital Project Delivery, Digital Experience, Technology Operations, Health Information and Digital Security and Architecture.
DHI is responsible for enhancing efficiency and service delivery improvements to optimise Health Service performance. It also oversees strategic partnerships that help the Health Service implement alternative models of service delivery, ensuring value for money, and driving improvements in performance, and innovation.
About Gold Coast Health
* Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
* Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
* More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
* Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
* Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
* A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
* Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 14 May 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC681752
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.