Provide leadership in Cyber and Information Security by developing strategy, executing initiatives, and protecting critical information while supporting effective business operations.

Job details

The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Cyber and Information Security Specialist to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

• Lead high-level Cyber and Information Security advice and services across Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service
• Oversee daily monitoring for threats, manage risks, report incidents, and coordinate responses
• Monitor external cyber threat sources to assess local system impacts
• Develop an Information Security Framework to ensure compliance while supporting healthcare delivery

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• While not mandatory, the following would be well regarded:
  • Tertiary degree in Technology/Cyber Security
  • SABSA Chartered Security Architect Master Certificate (SCM)
  • InfoSec Certification ISO27001
• Competent in TOGAF, Prince 2, SDLC, agile methodologies, and MS Office
• Capacity to work extended hours, out of hours and on call during major incidents
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Temporary full time (6 months with the possibility of extension)
• Base salary ranging from $5 214.20 - $5 595.80 per fortnight

About Us

The Digital Transformation and Research (DTR) Division has been established to drive significant service improvements and digital transformation initiatives, aligned with the strategic objectives outlined in the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service Strategic Plan 2024 - 2028.

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 1 July 2025

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC643735

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

***APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY ONLINE*** Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• GC643735 - RD (PDF, 339KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 268KB)
  Application Kit