Lead the development and management of security architectures of a large scale, complex and high risk cyber security program of works by ensuring successful completion within agreed performance criteria to enable enhanced service delivery. This role will be required to develop program security architecture for new and existing projects within the Cyber Security Program. Reporting to the Program Director, this role is responsible for developing security program architectures and designs which are fit for purpose and encompass all appropriate design specifications to support successful solution build, implementation, and operation.

Job details

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Work with vendors to identify solution capabilities and assure strategic alignment.
• Ensure system requirements are sufficiently captured to drive the architecting of a solution that fully meets the needs and expectations of system stakeholders.
• Develop security architectures.
• Undertake architectural change management
• Conduct and document architectural trade-off analysis to support and justify architectural decisions made during the specification of the solution architecture.
• Consult, negotiate and communicate with system stakeholders and ICT professionals to promote shared and consistent understanding and acceptance of the proposed solution.

Is this opportunity for you?

To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate expertise in leading the development of security architectures for complex and federated systems as well as your proven ability to evaluate and undertake impact analysis on major architectural solutions and assess associated risks and issues. You will also have proven experience in promoting and ensuring the effective use of security architecture techniques, methodologies, and tools.

Crucially, you will bring a positive and proactive approach to work and be able to work collaboratively within a high performing team. Building effective relationships with key senior stakeholders and decision makers is crucial to your success in this role. You will have exceptional ability to translate this into a comprehensive and efficient business solution and communicate this with stakeholders at all levels and of varying technical ability. You will be confident in consulting, negotiating with and providing high level advice around solution architecture principles, practices, and processes to influence decisions on large scale project delivery.

 Specific knowledge is required and highly desirable for the specific areas of work, are you able to demonstrate knowledge across one of the below areas:

• Implementation experience across large, federated environments.
• Healthcare experience in usage of industry frameworks such as SABSA, NIST, ISO 27001, ISO 27003, Essential Eight, Open FAIR, MITRE ATT&CK, threat modelling and related methodologies or frameworks.
• Comprehensive understanding of the existing governance and architectural requirements to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of critical cyber projects at a time of increased cyber threat to the health system such as formal security architecture aspects, including logical and physical security architecture/design.
• Proven experience in risk mitigation, Cloud and Network Security, Identity Security, Zero Trust and Segmentation, Perimeter Security, Threat Intelligence and API Management and architectural methodologies to Prevent, Detect and Protect solutions.

To be considered for this exciting opportunity submit your CV or resume and a short statement (maximum 2 pages) addressing your experience in each of the key areas outlined above.

eHealth Queensland is one of the largest Information Communication Technology operations in the state. It is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of information systems and technologies so that Queensland Health employees and health providers have access to information that supports the delivery of health care.

Benefits of working with eHealth Queensland:

By joining eHealth Queensland, you will work within a fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment where every employee plays a critical role in our ongoing success. 

You will enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development

Should you require additional support or reasonable adjustments during our recruitment process to ensure you can demonstrate your ability to meet the inherent requirements of the role, please contact Talent Acquisition Services via email eQH-DSB-TalentAcquisition@health.qld.gov.au

Further information

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

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.

Documents

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

• Solutions Architect RD (PDF)
  
  DoH Applicant Pack (PDF)