Senior Business Analyst (Cyber)

at; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 128,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Business Analyst (Cyber) to lead cybersecurity initiatives and improve digital safety frameworks. The ideal candidate will have postgraduate qualifications, experience in business analysis, and strong communication skills. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of $128,446 - $133,636 per annum plus benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent superannuation

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in cybersecurity initiatives.
• Proven ability in business analysis practice.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and requirements gathering for cyber program.
• Prepare comprehensive business cases and user stories.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective solutions.

Skills

Business analysis practice

Cybersecurity initiatives

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Postgraduate qualifications

Job description

Overview

Victoria University (VU) is seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst (Cyber) to join the Digital and Campus Services (DCS) team. This pivotal role will support the successful delivery of strategic cyber initiatives, driving improvements in digital safety frameworks, business processes, and operational efficiency across the University.

About Us

At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Role

• Lead the analysis, requirements gathering, re-engineering of business processes and support implementation for cyber program and associated projects.
• Prepare comprehensive business cases, requirements, and user stories.
• Collaborate with university stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors to ensure secure, effective solutions.
• Contribute to the uplift of business analysis practices and frameworks.
• Facilitate workshops and forums to address business challenges and drive process improvements.
• This role reports to the Senior Manager, Projects and Business Analysis and will play a key part in shaping the University’s digital security landscape.

The Specifics

• Salary: HEPP Level 9 $128,446 - $133,636 per annum + 17% employer superannuation
• Contract Type: Full time, fixed term (2 years)
• Hours per week: 36.75 - 1.0 FTE
• Location: Footscray Park Campus

About You

• Postgraduate qualifications and/or extensive relevant experience.
• Strong experience delivering cybersecurity initiatives, working with multidisciplinary teams to manage risk and ensure compliance.
• Proven ability in business analysis practice (aligned to BABOK), system integration, and developing business cases (including financial modelling).
• Excellent analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in Waterfall and Hybrid delivery environments is paramount.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, ACSC Essential Eight), data protection and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, APPs).
• Familiarity with higher education sector processes is advantageous.

Why Join Us

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. For more information, please visit our Jobs at VU webpage.

How to Apply

• Applications must be submitted comprising your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description.
• Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registration.

Commitment and Inclusivity

Our Commitment to Protecting Country: Victoria University honours its diversity and is committed to safeguarding Indigenous perspectives and sustainable practices. For accessibility adjustments, please contact [e-mail] or call [phone].