Senior Cyber Security Specialist

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Annual base from $119,056 to $132,475 (HEW Level 8), plus 17% employer's superannuation.

Full-time, fixed-term role for 2 years, ending June 2027.

Highly specialised and impactful role in a collaborative team with hybrid working arrangement.

About the role 

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Specialist to provide expert guidance and hands-on support across our cloud and infrastructure environments, with a particular focus on Salesforce platforms and large-scale transformation projects. 

In this pivotal role, you will assess, advise, and implement cyber security best practices and technical controls across the University’s cloud and infrastructure ecosystems. Working closely with delivery teams, enterprise architects, and the CISO, you will help ensure that security is embedded at every stage of project delivery — from design to deployment. 

Key responsibilities 

• Lead cyber security workstreams across IT projects and programs, embedding security from concept to completion. 

• Conduct cyber risk and gap assessments, and recommend practical, risk-based security solutions. 

• Support the CISO in delivering security consulting, threat modelling, penetration testing, and security architecture reviews. 

• Provide expert advice on implementing controls aligned with the University’s Information Security Policy, the Essential Eight (to Target Maturity Level), and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. 

• Design and deliver secure configurations and integrations across Salesforce Core, Education Cloud, Data Cloud, Experience Cloud, and Marketing Cloud. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure solution design and deployment across cloud and hybrid environments. 

• Drive improvements in policy, procedure, and standards development related to access management, data classification, and cloud security. 

• Deliver stakeholder workshops, knowledge sharing sessions, and capability uplift activities across the University. 

• Prepare security documentation, dashboards, reports, and compliance materials for audits, leadership, and regulatory purposes. 

 

Macquarie University Information Technology (MQ IT) embraces the university mission to be bold, distinctive, progressive and transformational. Information Technology is a trusted business partner. Macquarie University is subject to a broad range of compliance requirements from several governing bodies. The IT Information Security team is tasked with helping the University to achieve compliance requirements and protect the University people, information, and systems from information security risks. 

This is a fixed term role, ending June 2027 and will be based at  Macquarie University, Wallumattagal campus, North Ryde. 

 
About You 

You are a proactive cyber security expert with deep technical knowledge, strong consulting capabilities, and a passion for enabling secure business outcomes. You thrive in fast-paced environments, balance attention to detail with delivery urgency, and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. 
 

How to apply 

Please apply online and attach your resume and a separate cover letter that addresses how you meet the below selection criteria (maximum 2 pages): 

• A degree in Information Technology or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. 

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Salesforce Security & Privacy, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, or similar. 

• 7+ years of cyber security experience, including direct involvement in consulting or project delivery. 

• Proven success implementing security controls aligned with the Australian Essential Eight and NIST frameworks. 

• Deep knowledge of cloud and Salesforce security architecture, including secure design, integration, and incident response. 

• Experience supporting major digital transformations, particularly CRM migrations or cloud-native programs. 

• Strong capabilities in threat modelling, penetration testing, and architecture reviews. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across diverse stakeholder groups. 

• Familiarity with Australian data protection laws and frameworks (e.g., Privacy Act, NDB, ISO 27001, ISM). 

 

Desirable criteria 

• Experience in the higher education, research, or health sectors. 

• Understanding of university operations and the student lifecycle. 

• Familiarity with Salesforce Shield, Event Monitoring, and security automation tools. 

• Knowledge of CI/CD, DevSecOps, and modern delivery pipeline. 

 

*This position requires a criminal record check. AGSVA security clearance may be required. 

Please note we reserve the right to progress or decline an application as well as close the advertisement prior to the stated closing date.  

Applications Close: 13 June 2025 at 11:59pm (AEST). 

About us 

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Celebrating its 60th year in 2024, it was established as a bold experiment in higher education and designed to break from educational traditions to work in tandem with industry. Institutionally we strive for the extraordinary by challenging convention and embracing different views. Our pioneering culture has encouraged and inspired students, staff and collaborators to break free from conventional thinking, and to actively shape the complex issues that define the future of humanity.  

Why work at Macquarie   

We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.    

Our prime location, we are walking distance from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre.  Not only are we close, look at our benefits on offer:    

• 17% Superannuation    

• Subsidised onsite parking options   

• Flexible working options   

• Training and professional development   

• Onsite childcare facilities   

• Discounted health insurance (Medibank)   

• Onsite vacation care   

• Employee Assistance Program   

• Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre  

• Onsite GP, imaging & physio clinics  

 

 

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

Applications Close:

13/06/2025 11:59 PM

Diversity and Inclusion

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Flexible Work
 

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