The AIHW's APS employee census results attest to our positive and supportive workplace culture. We are an inclusive, flexible, and productive workplace where people are treated with respect and courtesy, and diverse and unique attributes are recognised and valued. Our results also show that we achieved top ten rankings in staff engagement, communication, wellbeing and SES manager scales out of 107 APS agencies. We offer a range of benefits including: access to flexible working arrangements to support your work/life balance attractive remuneration packages including generous superannuation and leave provisions challenging and fulfilling work where you can use your skills and expertise opportunities for professional development. We are committed to creating genuine opportunities for everyone and we welcome applications from First Nations people, people with disability, LGBTIQA, neurodiverse people and people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. The AIHW has offices in Canberra and Sydney and offers remote work opportunities for many roles. For more information, visit the Benefits of working for the AIHW page of our website. The key duties of the position include The Business and Technology Group drives the advancement of AIHW's business functions by providing resources, strategic guidance, and operational support. The Group comprises six core units: Finance & Commercial Services People & Facilities Chief Technology Office Cyber Security & Assurance IT Operations & Platforms IT Business Development & Delivery The Cyber Security & Assurance Unit ensures that ICT services enable AIHW to securely execute its mission-protecting critical data and upholding trust. Our security remit spans the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) principles, including: Govern - Establishing robust security frameworks and policies Protect - Implementing security controls and safeguards Detect - Monitoring for threats and responding proactively Respond - Coordinating incident management and resolution We are seeking a EL1 Cyber Security Manager to join our specialist team, working under the guidance of the IT Security Advisor (ITSA) to deliver cybersecurity governance, risk management, assurance and SecOps activities. This role is critical to the successful execution of the Cyber Security Strategy Implementation Program, ensuring that AIHW remains resilient against evolving cyber threats while maintaining compliance with regulatory frameworks and best practices. Under general direction you will: Lead and develop ICT systems Certification and Accreditation documentation leading Authority to Operate (ATO). Work with internal and external stakeholders and architects to ensure security requirements are built into new projects and support the development of practical security documentation. Provide leadership and mentor staff, fostering cybersecurity awareness and skills development. Under the ITSA guidance, closely work with the Project Manager in delivering the Cyber security and Assurance Unit tasks and Cyber Security Strategy Implementation program objectives. Optimise team resources, mitigating risks and strengthening security performance under ITSA guidance. Provide executive reporting inputs and updates, supporting stakeholder engagement, risk assessments, and compliance updates. Develop and refine Cybersecurity GRC frameworks, ensuring regulatory alignment and best practices. Lead Vulnerability Management and enforce IT security policies, in collaboration with ICT and Business Units. Enhance security controls across ICT, aligning with Essential Eight, Information Security Manual (ISM), and best practices. Implement strategic security solutions, addressing business risks and regulatory compliance. Manage security incidents, ensuring swift investigation and resolution.
