Cybersecurity Analyst (Health Manager Level 2)

Employment Type:

1 x Permanent Full Time; 38 hours per week1 x Temporary Full Time: 38 hours per week up to November 2028

Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2

Remuneration: $2,277.19 - $2,686.94 per week + Annual Leave Loading + Superannuation

Location: SLHD District Wide Services; based at Forest Lodge

Requisition ID: REQ681889

In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!

About The Role

The Cyber Security Analyst is responsible for monitoring, triaging, investigating and responding to cyber security alerts, incidents, vulnerabilities and service requests across the Sydney Local Health District environment. The role works closely with operational infrastructure, applications, service delivery, risk, project and cyber security teams to improve the District's cyber security posture and ensure compliance with NSW Health cyber security requirements.

Key day to day activities include:

Monitoring and responding to cyber security incidents and alerts. Vulnerability assessment, remediation coordination and reporting. Security investigations and root cause analysis. Essential Eight implementation and compliance activities. Security advisory services for projects and operational initiatives. Preparation of cyber security risk assessments and recommendations. Security monitoring, threat analysis and operational security activities. Engagement with eHealth NSW Security Operations Centre and external vendors. Development of reports, dashboards, executive briefings and operational metrics. Participation in cyber incident response and cyber resilience exercises. Participation in a 24x7 on call roster and provision of after-hours support as required.

For more information, please view the Position Description.

Ideal Candidate

Bachelor's degree and/or relevant certifications in Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and/or relevant experience within the field of Computer Science, Information Security, or a related discipline with relevant experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on vulnerability management, incident response, threat analysis and security operations in complex environments, with proficiency in vulnerability scanning and assessment tools (e.g., Tenable.IO, Nessus, Qualys) (within the healthcare systems would be an advantage).Knowledge of incident response frameworks and best practices (e.g., NIST. ISO27001, NSWCP and Essential 8). Knowledge of network and application security concepts, tools, detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS) firewalls, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions and an understanding of cloud security principles and technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP). Ability to work independently, with excellent planning and organisational skills. Able to monitor security operations, including the identification, prioritisation, and response to security alerts, events, and incidents. Healthcare experience is desirable but not essential. Has the ability to work on a 5 day roster on an on-call roster and the ability to work at various locations within Sydney Local Health District when required.

Benefits and Perks!

Monthly Accrued Day Off. Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations! Paid Parental Leave + bonus 2 weeks & Annual Leave loading. Extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus. Enjoy free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education. Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling and support for staff and their families. Annual influenza vaccination on us! Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals. mention that this role has an on-call roster.

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit.

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

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For enquiries, please contact Umair Zia via email at umair.zia@health.nsw.gov.au

Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, apply now!

Applications Close: 14 August 2026

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