This is a permanent full-time position commencing June 2025
Education Business Services (EBS) is the key provider of professional business services and support for Western Australian public schools, statutory boards and divisions of the Department. These highly valued services are delivered through the areas of finance, information and communication technologies (ICT), and infrastructure. We continually strive to enhance the capability and responsiveness of our staff, systems and processes across the organisation to deliver high quality education.
Delivery of Information Communication and Technology (ICT) services provides support for the Department’s educational outcomes by developing initiatives and technical support strategies to ensure all 800 Western Australian public schools can be individual, distinctive and responsive to their local communities while still benefiting from being part of a system.
The ICT Operations and Customer Service directorate is part of the ICT Division and is the primary entry point to ICT for any responses to operational issues, requests or problems customers of ICT may have. As the highest frequency contact point for customers in many respects it is the “face” of ICT.
The Role
In this role, you'll conduct high-level research and analysis to inform and implement practical security measures across our systems. You'll be responsible for reviewing and enhancing security protocols, investigating incidents, and ensuring our systems are aligned with current and emerging standards.
As part of your work, you’ll monitor trends, advise on threats, and contribute to the development of effective security strategies. You’ll liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support coordinated responses to cyber security incidents and help drive a culture of awareness and resilience across the organisation. This position also involves preparing technical reports and providing expert advice to senior leaders to support informed decision-making. #linkedin
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Prashant Singh, Manager Cyber Security on (08) 9264 5323 or emailing prashant.singh@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated experience in complex and varied ICT security environments, including the oversight of security administration functions.
- Knowledge of contemporary ICT security equipment, standards, architectures, infrastructure, and documentation standards.
- Experience and/or knowledge in the administration and monitoring of a compliant ICT security model within a large and complex networked environment.
- Experience and/or knowledge in undertaking security incident investigations and the development of security incident reports.
- Demonstrated knowledge of cyber security standards and frameworks.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE972005
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 23 June 2025
