Information Security Designer

V/Line Corporation; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Community impact

Huge potential

Dynamic environment

Collaborative team

Flexible working

Job summary

V/Line is seeking an Information Security Designer to act as a trusted cyber security advisor, partnering with business and technology teams to design secure, resilient and compliant solutions across our technology environment in Melbourne.

You will leverage expertise across cloud, infrastructure, applications, identity and data security to protect critical services, influence major technology initiatives and strengthen the security of Victoria's transport network.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cyber security and security design roles.
• Hands-on advisory experience with control frameworks (NIST, ISO27001).
• Experience in data security controls like DLP and IAM.
• Understanding IT governance and risk management in security.
• Knowledge of cloud security across IaaS, PaaS, SaaS.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders in autonomous environments.
• Tertiary qualification in CS or cyber security.

Responsibilities

• Design secure, resilient, and compliant solutions for V/Line's technology environment.
• Partner with business and technology teams to embed security into major initiatives.
• Advise on cloud, infrastructure, applications, identity, and data security across programs.
• Support enterprise-scale technology programs to strengthen security and resilience.

Skills

Cyber security

Security design

Control frameworks

Threat monitoring

Data security

Cloud security

Stakeholder engagement

IT governance

Education

CS/Cyber security degree

Tools

IDS/IPS

Anti-malware

DAM

DLP

Penetration testing

Firewalls

Security logs

Job description

• Join a growing cyber security team protecting services relied upon by millions of Victorians
• Permanent opportunity in a collaborative team environment
• 3 days in office, 2 days remote per week (central Melbourne CBD location)

V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport – connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 3100 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

About the role

As an Information Security Designer, you will be a trusted cyber security advisor, partnering with business and technology teams to design secure, resilient, and compliant solutions across V/Line's technology environment. Leveraging your expertise across cloud, infrastructure, applications, identity, and data security, you will help protect critical services, influence major technology initiatives, and strengthen the security and resilience of a transport network relied upon by millions of Victorians.

Why this role is different

This is an opportunity to work on enterprise-scale technology initiatives that directly support critical infrastructure across Victoria.

You’ll partner with technology architects, rail engineers, project teams, and business stakeholders to embed security into some of V/Line's most significant technology and operational programs. From cloud platforms and digital services through to operational technology and critical infrastructure environments, your work will have a tangible impact on the security and resilience of essential public services.

About you

To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following key selection criteria within their application, as this forms part of our merit-based recruitment process:

• Established experience in cyber security, including experience in security designing or similar role
• Hands‑on advisory experience working with control frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO27001), technologies including Intrusion Detection, Anti‑virus/anti‑malware, Database Activity Monitoring, Data Loss Prevention, Penetration Testing, Firewalls & Security Log management tools
• Proven experience in data security controls and techniques such as data loss prevention, identity access management, threat intelligence and log management
• Established experience in information security concepts such as risk management security architecture threat management security governance and design
• Understanding of security standards, project IT governance and framework such as ITIL, CSA, OWASP, Australian Privacy Principles NIST CSF & SPs, ISO 27001
• Demonstrated cloud security design experience across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
• Proven experience working in autonomous environments and proactively engaging with various stakeholders, both internally and externally to V/Line.
• Tertiary qualifications in computer science, cyber security or other related fields

Salary for this position is commensurate to the successful candidate’s aligned skills and experience to the position.

Why V/Line

In addition to free myki travel, we offer:

• Community impact –Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
• Huge potential –We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
• Dynamic environment –V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast‑paced and exciting organisation.
• Collaborative team –You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
• Flexible working –We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at [e-mail] or 1800 800 007 for confidential support.

As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We are also proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work, second year in a row.

At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre‑employment and medical checks to meet our safeworking standards.