Cyber and Technology Risk Awareness Lead

Overview:

• Dynamic Cyber and Technology Risk Awareness Lead position available, Full-time permanent position. 

• Exciting opportunity for a self-driven and self-motivated leader to strengthen the organisation's cybersecurity and technology risk culture by leading targeted training programs and driving engagement campaigns to elevate risk awareness across the organisation. 

• Hybrid Role Based at the Melbourne CBD campus with Flexible Working Arrangements. 

About the Portfolio  

The Operations Portfolio ensures seamless, enterprise-wide delivery of services for students and staff. 

It includes Human Resources, Information and Technology Services (ITS), the Office of the Chief Operating Officer, the Procurement and Property Services Group (PSG), Finance and Governance, Data and analytics, Legal Services, Enabling Services Reform, and the University Secretariat. 

ITS provides RMIT University with ICT systems and services, supporting teaching, learning, research, and administrative functions. 

For further information, please visit http://www.rmit.edu.au/its 

The Role  

The Cyber and Technology Risk Awareness Lead is responsible for designing, delivering, and continuously improving enterprise-wide cyber awareness and technology-related training initiatives. This role is critical in strengthening the organisation's cybersecurity and technology risk culture by leading targeted training, driving engagement campaigns, coordinating phishing simulations, and developing impactful communications to influence positive behavioural change. Reporting to the Associate Director, Office of the CIO, this role collaborates closely with the CISO and Head of ITS Governance, Risk & Compliance. The role ensures alignment with risk, compliance, and policy requirements while driving measurable improvements in awareness, behaviour, and policy adherence. 

The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator and strategic change agent, able to simplify complex cyber and technology risk concepts into engaging content and learning experiences. This person will drive cultural uplift as a visible ambassador for cyber and technology risk engagement while fostering collaboration and promoting a security-first mindset across the university. 

About You  

• Are you committed to excellence? 

• Do you thrive in a collaborative team environment? 

• Are you eager to work with top-tier professionals in an industry-leading institution deeply connected to the broader sector? 

• Do you enjoy challenges and the opportunity to drive success? 

Skills & Experience 

• Proven experience managing cybersecurity awareness or technology training programs in a complex organisational environment. 

• Self-motivated to be a subject matter expert in cybersecurity and technology risks, user behaviour. 

• Experience training needs analysis and training delivery options.

• Demonstrated ability to run phishing simulations and translate insights into targeted campaigns or training. 

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to create engaging content and influence change. 

• Strong organisational skills, particularly in managing events and delivering training and engagement. 

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of innovative cybersecurity awareness and training initiatives, ensuring alignment with global campaigns, compliance requirements, and RMIT’s strategic objectives. 

• Deliver tailored training and awareness programs to high-risk user groups such as privileged users and technology teams, informed by phishing simulation insights and risk assessments. 

• Monitor emerging cybersecurity trends, risks, and threat intelligence to strengthen RMIT’s cyber posture and promote risk-informed decision-making.

• Develop, execute, and maintain engaging, targeted communications to uplift technology and cyber policy compliance and drive a positive risk-aware culture. 

To Apply  

Please submit your CV addressing your suitability for this position by clicking the ‘Apply’ link below. 

Please click on the Position Description to learn more about the role. 

Position Description - Cyber Technology Risk Awareness Lead

We will run a rolling recruitment process, so please do not wait until the closing date to apply.   

When you join our team, you can access a range of benefits: www.rmit.edu.au/careers/employee-benefits. From travel to fitness, there's something for everyone!  

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RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

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