Cyber Security Operations Manager

Cyber Security Operations Manager

• Permanent Full Time | 5 week’s annual leave + monthly day off 


• Box Hill | Close to cafes, public transport and shops


• Culture of learning and improvement | Partner in care at a leading health service

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the role

The Cyber security operations Manager role reporting to the Chief Technology Officer is a hands-on role responsible for managing day to day operations of the extensive security tools and systems whilst leading a team of skilled security engineers. This role will be responsible for in-depth technical analysis and risk assessment of all security events and incidents including coordination and execution of mandatory security tasks including auditing, reporting, penetration testing and simulation events. The role demands an in-depth hands-on technical knowledge of security systems and practices including technologies such as EDR, Vulnerability management, Firewalls, Cloud Security, risk control and security standards frameworks. 

About you 

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field; A minimum of Five years of IT experience, with three to four years in a Senior operational / technical security role with supervisory experience.


• Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in managing and maintaining - EDR Solutions, Vulnerability and patch Management systems, Cloud security experience, Next Generation Firewalls, Email protection technologies, Cisco Security and SDA network technologies 


• Knowledge of security, risk and control frameworks and standards such as ACSC Essential 8, ISO 27001 and 27002, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, Professional certifications, such as a SSCP, CCSP, GSEC 


• The ability to interact with Eastern Health personnel, build strong relationships at all levels and across all business units and organizations, and understand business imperatives.  


• A strong understanding of the business impact of security tools, technologies and policies.


• Strong leadership abilities, with the capability to develop and guide information security team members and IT operations personnel, and work with minimal supervision. 


• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with the IT organization, project and application development teams, management and business personnel; knowledge and understanding of information risk concepts and principles as a means of relating business needs to security controls; an understanding of information security concepts, protocols, industry best practices and strategies. 


• Exposure to developing and maintaining policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.


• Experience in performing risk, business impact, control and vulnerability assessments, and in defining treatment strategies.


• Strong analytical skills to analyse security requirements and relate them to appropriate security controls.


• Experience in system technology security testing (vulnerability scanning and penetration testing). 

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities


• Friendly & supportive team


• Flexible working hours


• Salary packaging options


• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check (which we will pay for). 

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.


• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.


• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.


• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.


• Advertising may end before the closing date.


• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Please click here for position description link

Contact Person: Justin Francis

Contact Number: 0409 174 614

Contact Email: [email protected]

Job Posting End Date: 19/07/2025

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) | Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469. [TA for Non Medical roles, MWU for Medical roles]

Our Values in Action:

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day