Cyber Security Governance Senior Officer

Location: St Lucia Campus

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

• Information Technology Services (ITS)

• Full-time, fixed-term position through to December 2027

• Base salary will be in the range $95,361 - $102,302 + 17% super (HEW Level 6) 

• Based at our St Lucia location

About This Opportunity

As a Senior Officer, Cyber Security Governance, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening the organisation’s security posture by embedding robust governance, risk and compliance practices across a complex and evolving digital environment. Working within a collaborative and forward-thinking team, you will contribute to the development, implementation and continuous improvement of cyber security frameworks, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and organisational priorities.

You will bring a proactive, detail-oriented approach, partnering with stakeholders to uplift cyber maturity, manage risk, and support informed decision-making across the enterprise. 

Key responsibilities will include:

• Support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of cyber security governance, policies and standards

• Monitor, assess and report on cyber security risks, compliance obligations and control effectiveness

• Coordinate governance activities including risk assessment, reviews and assurance processes

• Engage with stakeholders to embed security best practice

About You

• Demonstrated experience in cyber security governance, risk and compliance, ideally in a complex or enterprise environment

• Strong understanding of cyber security frameworks, standards and regulatory requirements

• Proven ability to assess risk, analyse controls and support governance processes and reporting

• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships across diverse teams

• Strong written communication skills, with experience preparing reports, policies and governance documentation

• High level of attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a structured way

• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into practical recommendations

• A collaborative and proactive approach, with a commitment to continuous improvement and organisational impact

About UQ 

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.

Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging. 

Interested? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Marc Blum, Senior Security Architect Manager at marc@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted. 

Other Information

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623. 

Applications close Sunday 28 June 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-64593).