Senior Cyber Security Specialist

About the role

eHealth NSW, the digital centre of excellence for NSW Health, is running a multi-year Cyber Security Uplift program with Local Health Districts, Pillars and Agencies to strengthen detection, response and consistent security standards. As a Senior Cyber Security Specialist you will give expert advice on cyber security controls, support the implementation of security frameworks and advise on technical risk mitigation, helping develop a secure digital environment across NSW Health.

The role is temporary full-time exempt for up to 30 June 2027, with the expectation of renewal for the duration of the program, and offers hybrid flexibility from the Chatswood office.

Key responsibilities

• Advise 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)
• Carry out technical risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies for digital health systems and infrastructure
• Work with project teams to embed security requirements into solution design and delivery
• Monitor emerging threats with technical teams and support incident response
• Help develop cyber security policies, procedures and awareness programs
• Keep up with emerging technologies and best practice

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Information Security, Cyber Security or a related discipline, or equivalent experience implementing controls and frameworks in a large, complex ICT organisation
• Strong understanding of ACSC Essential Eight, ISO/IEC 27001, IRAP and NSW Cyber Security Policy
• Experience implementing CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager (EPM) is desirable
• Ability to assess technical risks and give actionable recommendations
• Intermediate Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint
• Current NSW driver's licence and willingness to travel; applicants living outside NSW should state relocation willingness
• Australian work rights (citizen, permanent resident, NZ citizen with a current passport, or valid visa with work permission)

What we offer

• Salary from $147,653 to $175,917 commensurate with skills and experience, plus 12% super and 17.5% annual leave loading
• Hybrid flexibility from the Chatswood office

Applications close 11:59pm on 9 November 2026. Submit a cover letter and a resume of up to 5 pages; the recruitment may also be used to build a talent pool for similar roles over the next 18 months.