APS6 Cyber Security Officer — Safeguard Data & Governance (Remote)

Australian Institute of Health & Welfare; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Generous superannuation and leave

Professional development

Job summary

The Australian Institute of Health & Welfare in Canberra is seeking an experienced APS6 Cyber Security Officer to join the Cyber Security & Assurance Unit. You will support governance, risk and compliance activities across ICT environments, aligning with PSPF and ISM requirements.

You will conduct security risk assessments, assist with accreditation, develop IT security policies, maintain documentation, monitor policy compliance, and contribute to vulnerability management, incident response, and

Qualifications

• Experience in security risk assessment and risk management.
• Ability to develop and implement IT security policies.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security risk assessments and support accreditation activities.
• Develop and maintain IT security policies and governance documentation.
• Monitor compliance with security policies and control frameworks.
• Contribute to vulnerability management, incident response, and secure-by-design practices.
• Engage with internal teams and external partners to translate policy requirements into practical controls.

Skills

Security risk assessment

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Tools

PSPF

ISM

Job description

The Australian Institute of Health & Welfare in Canberra is seeking an experienced APS6 Cyber Security Officer to join the Cyber Security & Assurance Unit. You will support governance, risk and compliance activities across ICT environments, aligning with PSPF and ISM requirements.

You will conduct security risk assessments, assist with accreditation, develop IT security policies, maintain documentation, monitor policy compliance, and contribute to vulnerability management, incident response, and