CRVCID 737417

 This is a Permanent, Full-Time position working 76 hours per fortnight. This position is based in the Perth CBD area.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking skilled and enthusiastic individual to appoint to the role of Manager of Cyber Security Operations, Incident Response. 

This role is responsible for provision of support to the Chief Cyber Security Officer:

• to execute and enhance operational cyber risk mitigation and compliance through supporting the development and maintenance of threat intelligence and a Cyber Incident Response Plan;
• by coordinating incident responses by developing, implementing and maintaining an ICT business continuity and disaster recovery strategy and plan;
• by contributing to the strategic and business planning processes of the unit;
• by undertaking complex research, planning and analysis related to new, emerging and existing Cyber Security strategic initiatives.

For more information regarding this position, including a thorough break-down of duties, reporting structures and the selection criteria used for assessing applicants, please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached.

Suitability Criteria

• Demonstrated substantial knowledge and experience in the identification, assessment and management of operational ICT security, threat intelligence, risk factors, and related technology architecture with specific knowledge and experience relevant to a large corporate or government environments using cloud-based technologies.
• Demonstrated experience and ability in ICT Disaster Recovery and Service Continuity planning and analysis to support Business Continuity processes within a large complex organisation.
• Demonstrated substantial knowledge and understanding of cyber security standards and frameworks.
• Demonstrated high-level analytical and conceptual skills with the ability to provide innovative solutions to complex cyber security problems.
• Demonstrated experience and ability in building and sustaining productive relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, communicating and effectively influencing and negotiating desired outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, simultaneous and complex risk and security priorities and initiatives.
• Current knowledge of legislative obligations for Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Occupational Safety and Health, and how these impact on employment and service delivery.

Area Profile: The East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) comprises an extensive hospital and health service network that aims to maintain and improve the health and wellbeing of more than 828,000 Western Australians in its catchment area. 
 
Our hospital network works together to provide a combination of tertiary, secondary and specialist health care services including emergency and critical care, state trauma, elective and emergency surgery, general medical, mental health, inpatient and outpatient services, aged care, palliative care, rehabilitation and women’s, children’s and neonates services.

The EMHS consists of Royal Perth Hospital; Mt Lawley Hospital; Armadale Health Service; Bentley Health Service; Kalamunda Hospital; St John of God Midland Public Hospital and a range of community and population health services. 
 
Employee Benefits: Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Flexible leave arrangements.
• Other professional and location-based allowances.
• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For information on superannuation click here. 
• Fitness Passport- discounted access to select gyms, pools, and fitness centres across Australia
• Discounted Smart Rider for travel to work

How to apply

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au) and provide suitable Referees, it is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager. Satisfactory references are an essential part of East Metropolitan Health Service’s (EMHS) recruitment. Set yourself up to succeed in your application by providing suitable, contactable referees.

Applicants are required to submit a covering letter (maximum three pages) outlining their suitability for this position against the selection criteria outlined on page five of the Job Description Form (JDF) (attached) and their current resume or curriculum vitae. We encourage you to use real-world examples from your career in your response as this will assist us in assessing your suitability. These documents should be completed and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

For further job-related Information: for further information, we encourage you to contact John Edwards on John.Edwards@health.wa.gov.au

EMHS is committed to ensuring that our services are delivered by people who are representative of the diverse communities we assist. 

We wholly embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage people to work with us from all ages, races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, family responsibilities or other characteristics, including Aboriginal people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, individuals with a diverse sexuality or gender or bodily diversity, and people with disability. 

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy.  As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.  Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. 
   
Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.   

We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote applications from people with disability. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to support you through the recruitment process. Please contact EMHSTalent@health.wa.gov.au to let us know if you require any adjustments to take part in the application or selection process.

 Other Conditions:  WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process. 
 
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within EMHS and/or the wider WA public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision. 
  
Help in submitting your application: If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4pm on 20th July 2026 will not be accepted. 

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.