Level 5, $101 122 - $110 517 pa, PS CSA Agreement 2024
Position Number: Pool Ref AV3162
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time
Closing Date: 2025-06-03 4:00 PM
Attachments: - JDF - Level 5 - Cyber Security Tester
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Suitable applicants from this process will be placed in a pool from which temporary and/or permanent appointments may be made. The pool will operate for a period of Twelve (12) months from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.
There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling.
About Us
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian Community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.
The Office of Digital Government (DGov) is leading the digital transformation of the WA public sector to support agencies in improving service delivery to the community. This includes providing more convenient access to government services online and not disadvantaging those who cannot or do not want to use digital services. Ensuring that personal information and data collected, stored and shared by the WA Government is protected is a crucial element of what we do.
About the Role
Cyber Security Tester undertakes cyber security and technical vulnerability testing of WA Government systems, networks, and applications. As a member of the cyber security testing team, you will:
- Perform security testing on a variety of different environments, including but not limited to:
- External penetration tests against both traditional and cloud environments
- Internal penetration tests against enterprise environments, large and small
- Web and thick client application assessments
- Provide actionable advice to defenders on how to better secure their networks, systems, and applications, including working with the Whole of Government Cyber Security Operations Centre (SOC) to continuously improve their detection and mitigation strategies.
- Contribute to the improvement of testing methodologies by performing research into adversary tools, techniques, and procedures to ensure that penetration tests are representative of the threat environment.
For further job related information:
For further information, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) or contact Mr Mayank Mehra, Cyber Security Testing Coordinator, on (08) 6552 5592 (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).
Benefits of working for the Cyber Security Unit:
- Dedicated annual training budget as part of a formal Performance Development program to help build your skills and career.
- Opportunities to work with Government IT networks of varying scale and complexity, including OT/IOT.
- Help build innovative capabilities to better secure public data and services.
- Work with our SOC, Government agencies, and other partners to leverage threat intelligence information and keep up with contemporary cyber threats.
Applicants are required to submit:
- A current and detailed résumé/curriculum vitae outlining your current and previous achievements; and
- A written application demonstrating how you meet the Work Related Capabilities (Selection Criteria) as detailed in the attached JDF in no more than 2 pages
Suitable applicants will be required to provide:
- Proof of identity 100-point check.
- A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australian Police Force that is less than two months from the date of issue.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply for Job' at the bottom of this advertisement to submit your application.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056, in the first instance. For information about the process you can contact People Services at peopleservices@dpc.wa.gov.au.
Applications are to be received no later than 4:00 pm, 3 June 2025
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Subsequent vacancies:
Applicants who are found suitable in this process, may be considered for similar vacancies that arise within the department, in accordance with the relevant Commissioner’s Instructions.
