Cyber Security Governance Senior Officer

• Information Technology Services (ITS)

• 2 full time, fixed-term positions through to December 2026

• Base salary will be in the range $91,658 - $98,330 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6) 

• Based at our St Lucia location 

About This Opportunity  

The Senior Cyber Security Governance Officer supports the Cyber Security team to deliver cyber security risk and security assessments and other activities related to the operation of the Information Security Management System. 

Key responsibilities will include:

• Risk & Continuity Management: Undertakes risk management activities, maintains risk documentation, and supports the development, review, and testing of continuity and disaster recovery plans for critical IT services.

• Measurement & Reporting: Applies standard techniques for specifying cybersecurity metrics, collects and maintains data, generates reports, and identifies improvements in data collection methods.

• Information Security: Communicates security risks, performs cyber security risk assessments, suggests countermeasures to mitigate risks, and defines secure system configurations in compliance with architectures.

• Supplier Management: Conducts security assessments of third-party IT services, reviews supplier security obligations, and supports monitoring of supplier compliance with security requirements.

About UQ 

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.  

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. 

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave 

• 17% superannuation contributions 

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight 

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family 

• UQ Study for Staff 

• On campus childcare options 

• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day) 

• Salary packaging options 

About You  

• An undergraduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., business, commerce, law, IT) or equivalent experience and/or education/training.

• Strong understanding of cyber frameworks and principles.

• Possesses domain and specialist knowledge to perform effectively, applies industry knowledge, and stays current with new information.

• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills, applies appropriate tools and processes, and uses digital skills in the role.

• Takes initiative to identify and pursue development opportunities, with a focus on learning and growing in the field.

• Handles complex and non-routine tasks with a methodical approach, contributing creative solutions and new ways to complete work.

• Works effectively with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and partners, influencing decisions and representing user needs in work.

• Works under general direction, plans and monitors own work, and escalates issues when necessary, demonstrating discretion in handling complex matters.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc.  

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.  

  

Questions?  

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Marc Blum at marc@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.  
 

Want to Apply?  

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered: 

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section   

• Resume  

Other Information  

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.  

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments. 

Applications close Sunday April 20 at 11.00pm AEST (R-48323). Please note interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the 30th of April.

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