Full-Time or Part-Time | Continuing or Fixed-Term | Melbourne (Bundoora) HE010 Salary
In this pivotal role, you will identify, assess, and manage security vulnerabilities across a complex digital landscape, playing a key role in protecting the university’s critical infrastructure.
About the Role
Reporting to the Associate Director, Cyber Security Operations, you will:
- Develop and operationalise a comprehensive vulnerability management framework
- Lead vulnerability scans, penetration testing, and third-party security assessments
- Collaborate across departments to prioritise and remediate security risks
- Provide strategic guidance to university stakeholders on vulnerability-related matters
- Deliver training and awareness programs to foster a strong security culture
- Stay ahead of emerging threats and drive proactive mitigation strategies
- Provide regular reporting and performance analysis on vulnerability posture
About You
You bring:
- A degree in cybersecurity, IT, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Demonstrated experience in vulnerability management and penetration testing
- Strong technical knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools and techniques
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Relevant certifications (e.g. CEH, OSCP, GIAC) highly desirable
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver strategic outcomes
- A collaborative mindset, and a commitment to innovation, accountability, and inclusion
Why La Trobe?
At La Trobe, you’ll join a vibrant and inclusive community committed to making a difference. Enjoy:
- Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle
- Access to cutting-edge technology and a forward-thinking security team
- A chance to shape the future of cybersecurity in higher education
- Career development in a role with real institutional impact
This is more than just a job — it's a chance to drive change, lead innovation, and help safeguard the future.
How to apply
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Benefits:
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below:
Closing date: 3 July By 11:55pm
Position Enquiries: David Willett Chief Information Security Officer E. D.Willet@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Melissa Magaton, Senior Talent Partner, Strategy and Senior Appointments E. m.magaton@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
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Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter;
- An up to date resume
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
