Looking to help shape cyber security, enhance compliance, and resolve real cyber challenges? Take the next step and apply today.

Would you like to work in an exciting, flexible and friendly work environment? We offer a range of benefits, including flexible working hours and working at home, to help support you and get the best results possible for our community.

We value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. Whether it is enabling good governance to local communities, regulating racing, gaming and liquor activities, resolving consumer and trade disputes, monitoring compliance, or protecting workers’ health and safety, LGIRS is committed to delivering for the benefit of WA and future generations.

The role

As a Cyber Security Officer, you will help protect the department's information systems and technology assets by supporting key cyber security capabilities across active monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and assurance of security controls.

You will be part of a dedicated cyber security team responsible for strengthening the department's cyber resilience and supporting alignment and compliance with WA Government cyber security requirements.

We are recruiting for two (2) positions:

1. Cyber Security Officer with a primary focus on endpoint and server security compliance, including malware protection, vulnerability management and incident response activities with a strong focus on TrendAI Vision One and the Microsoft Security ecosystem including Microsoft Defender.
2. Cyber Security Officer specialising in application control, with a strong focus on application allowlisting and administration using Airlock Digital across endpoints and servers, and also actively contributing to broader operational cyber compliance and protection activities.

While each position has a distinct and important area of focus, both roles work collaboratively across the department's cyber security program, providing opportunities to work with modern security technologies and contribute to meaningful cyber resilience and security uplift outcomes across LGIRS and its bureau services.

Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached for further information regarding the positions, including any specific requirements, leadership capabilities and pre-employment checks which will be assessed as part of the selection process.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a permanent appointment, applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia at the time of application. Applicants with a valid visa to work and live in Australia for a specific duration may be assessed and considered suitable for similar fixed term vacancies that arise.

work for LGIRS, you must consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a clearance before you start. If deemed suitable, LGIRS will coordinate and pay for your NCCHC as part of your pre-employment checks.

More information about eligibility requirements can be found on the Job Description Form.

Further information

Please contact Donovan Roets, Manager Cyber Security on (08) 9222 3882 or donovan.roets@lgirs.wa.gov.au

How to apply

Submit your application by clicking the ‘Apply Now' button.

Applicants are required to include:

1. A comprehensive résumé/Curriculum Vitae outlining your qualifications for the role, relevant experience, key achievements, employment history and tertiary education.
2. A Cover Letter of no more than two (2) pages demonstrating your suitability for the role, with particular focus on the Role Specific Requirements as outlined in the JDF.

As part of your cover letter, please indicate which position you are applying for:

• Position 1: Cyber Security Officer focussing on TrendAI and Microsoft Defender, or
• Position 2: Cyber Security Officer focussing on Airlock Digital application control.

Your application and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your knowledge, skills and experience relevant to your preferred position. Applicants should provide examples that showcase their investigative and analytical capabilities, ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, and experience delivering outcomes within a complex enterprise ICT environment.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experience in relation to the remaining role specific requirements and leadership behaviours assessed in further stages of the recruitment process. The complete list of role specific requirements and expected leadership behaviours can be found in the attached Job Description Form.

In the attached Applicant Information Pack, we offer further information on how to apply, and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with LGIRS.

If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process or require any technical support when submitting your application online, please contact Asritha Siddantham, Recruitment Officer on (08) 9222 0914 or email RecruitmentandEngagement@lgirs.wa.gov.au.

To submit your application, click on the “Apply Now” button at the bottom of this page. You will be asked to complete several questions, before attaching your resume and covering letter. 

Supporting diversity and inclusion

The department is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace.  That’s why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our department.  Our department is an equal opportunity employer, supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities and youth.

We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2023-2024 by Diversity Council Australia. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here.

We use the National Relay Service (NRS) to ensure we are accessible to people who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment. NRS can help you connect with us on:

• TTY/voice calls – 133 677
• Speak & Listen – 1300 555 727
• SMS relay – 0423 677 767

If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or to request a document in an alternative format please contact us at RecruitmentandEngagement@lgirs.wa.gov.au.

CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Tuesday, 29 September 2026 (WST)

Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online as late applications will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.

We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.