The Team
Cybersecurity Services is a specialist team within Digital Services, responsible for protecting the technology, information and digital services that support healthcare delivery across Tasmania. Working in a complex and evolving environment, the team provides strategic leadership, expert advice, operational security services and innovative solutions that help safeguard critical systems and information. Our people are passionate about making a difference, partnering across the organisation to strengthen cyber resilience while enabling the delivery of safe, contemporary and trusted health services.
The Role
As the Senior Manager - Cybersecurity Services, you will lead the strategic direction, delivery and continuous improvement of the Department's cybersecurity function. You will provide expert advice to senior executives, drive the implementation of cybersecurity initiatives, and lead a high-performing team responsible for protecting critical technology and information assets. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced leader to influence organisational strategy, foster strong stakeholder partnerships, and help shape the future of cybersecurity across Tasmania's public health system.
You will need
- Proven experience leading cybersecurity programs, services and teams in a complex organisation, with the ability to develop strategy, manage resources and deliver measurable business outcomes.
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to provide trusted advice and translate complex cybersecurity issues for senior executives and non-technical audiences.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in cybersecurity, information technology, business management or a related discipline. A security clearance (or the ability to obtain one) is highly desirable.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you are able to join our Team!
*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Whilst flexible work arrangements are available, this position requires a Tasmanian-based presence.
Salary
$144,169 to $153,844 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public sector Union Wages Agreement 2025.
Benefits available to eligible candidate
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications in business management, ICT, information management or a cybersecurity related discipline
- A security clearance of Negative Vetting 1 (Secret), or the ability to obtain one
- Current Driver’s Licence
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
In addition to your 1-2 page application, you will be asked to respond to the following two questions within the application form:
Q1) Describe a significant cybersecurity initiative, program or service that you have led in a complex organisation.
In your response, outline:
- the cybersecurity challenge, risk or opportunity that was being addressed
- your role in developing the strategy, roadmap or approach
- how you managed governance, risk, resources and competing priorities
- the outcomes achieved, including improvements to security posture, organisational resilience or business outcomes.
Q2) Describe a time when you provided strategic advice on a complex cybersecurity issue to senior executives or key stakeholders and influenced a successful outcome.
In your response, explain:
- the nature of the issue and the stakeholders involved
- how you communicated complex technical information to non-technical audiences
- how you managed differing views, risks or organisational constraints
- the outcome achieved and the impact of your advice on decision-making or service delivery.
For more information
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Martin Shadbolt
Position: Head of Architecture
Email address: martin.shadbolt@health.tas.gov.au
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!
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Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.