Consultant, Cyber Security Awareness

Deakin; United States; Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

Deakin University seeks a Consultant, Cyber Security Awareness to develop and deliver awareness programs and training that promote secure behaviours across the University. You will collaborate with stakeholders to design practical, role-based learning solutions and lead campaigns to strengthen cyber resilience.

The role requires postgraduate qualifications or extensive experience, strong analytical ability and a track record of influencing outcomes within complex environments.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualifications or extensive experience in cyber security awareness, training and leadership.
• Proven experience leading cyber security awareness and training programs in complex environments.
• Strong analytical, strategic and continuous improvement capability.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver cyber security awareness programs, training and engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design practical, role-based learning solutions.
• Lead awareness campaigns independently, engaging diverse cohorts.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and identify improvements.
• Support university digital and security objectives with targeted awareness activities.

Skills

Cyber security awareness

Training program leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in cyber security

Job description

• Flexible location based at Melbourne, Burwood or Geelong, Waterfront Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and fixed term for 12 months
• $123,554 - $141,459 (HEW 8) + 17% Superannuation

About the team and role:

Deakin remains a leader in cyber security and quality assurance – empowering the university to confidently navigate challenges and ensure Deakin’s organisational resilience.

The team safeguards Deakin’s digital assets by detecting and responding to threats, managing risks, ensuring cyber awareness and embedding a zero-trust security strategy. Through initiatives such as Project Lighthouse, we enhance Deakin’s cyber security maturity, ensuring a proactive and resilient approach to evolving cyber threats.

The Consultant, Cyber Security Awareness collaborates with key stakeholders to take a proactive approach to develop, deliver and continuously improve cyber security awareness initiatives, training and engagement activities that promote secure behaviours and strengthen cyber resilience across the University. The role supports the development of practical solutions, educational programs and tailored role-based learning initiatives that enhance awareness of cyber security risks and contribute to a safe and secure digital environment.

As a Consultant, Cyber Security Awareness you will:

• Develop and deliver cyber security awareness programs, training, and engagement initiatives that promote secure behaviours across the University.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design practical, role-based learning solutions that improve understanding of cyber security risks.
• Lead awareness campaigns and initiatives independently, engaging diverse cohorts to strengthen cyber security capability and resilience.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of awareness programs, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and enhanced outcomes.
• Support the University's digital and security objectives by delivering targeted awareness activities that address emerging cyber threats and organisational priorities.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Postgraduate qualifications or extensive experience in cyber security awareness, training, leadership and management.
• Proven experience leading cyber security awareness and training programs in complex environments.
• Strong analytical, strategic and continuous improvement capability.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, lead initiatives and drive organisational outcomes.
• Sound knowledge of cyber security risks and mitigation strategies, with the ability to translate technical concepts into practical guidance.

Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Melissa Boyle (Lead, Cyber Security Awareness) on [e-mail]

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

Consultant, Cyber Security Awareness - HEW 8_PD.pdf

Applications for this position close on Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 11:55pm.

Make an Impact with Us

Together we aim to take Deakin forward, strengthening our progressive University through the digital work we do. Whether it's empowering students, enabling teaching staff, or supporting researchers, the work you do here matters. Your achievements contribute to making a positive difference in the lives of the people and communities we serve.

So that you can focus on making a positive impact, Deakin Digital Services lays the foundations for you to be your best self, grow and evolve and join forces with exceptional people.

Be Your Best Self

As a unique individual we understand that showing up as the best version of yourself takes commitment to your personal wellbeing. That’s why we foster a supportive environment where you can manage your work to balance your productivity, engagement and wellbeing. Our approach to flexible working empowers you to achieve your best.

Grow & Evolve

Being in the higher education sector, ours is an environment of knowledge sharing and seeking. With us you can grow your capability through formal and informal learning and continuously improve, deepen and broaden your expertise. With many digital roles and teams under the one umbrella, there’s opportunity to expand your skillset, embrace new challenges and evolve your career. When YOU thrive, WE thrive.

Join Forces

As a member of our dynamic team, you’ll tackle challenges and deliver digital services and solutions alongside supportive, inclusive and talented humans from within the team, and more broadly across the University. We are a powerful collective of diverse skillsets, strengths and experience and our practices promote an environment of collaboration where your unique contribution is welcomed and valued. When you join forces with Digital Services you join forces with Deakin. Visit Why Work at Deakin to view the overarching benefits of working with Deakin.

Are you ready to make an impact with us?

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks:

In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence. A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.

Advertised: 07 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 21 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time