Cyber Security Program Manager

Job Description:

Better and fairer care.  Always.

St Vincent's has been a leader in Australia's health and aged care landscape for more than 165 years. Since our founders, the Sisters of Charity, opened our first hospital in 1857, our services and nearly 30,000 people have been behind some of Australia's most important medical breakthroughs. We are a microcosm of Australia’s health and aged care system and are uniquely positioned to lead and respond to our rapidly changing environment.

We are looking for a special kind of person - a St Vincent’s kind of person. Someone who puts excellence, compassion, connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do. 

We are actively sourcing an experienced Cyber Security Program Manager to play a pivotal role in the success of our Cyber Remediation Program at St Vincent’s. Reporting directly to the Cyber Security Program Director, you will provide strategic and tactical support and guidance to Project Managers and Leads, and assist in the delivery of programs and project from planning to execution. As a Cyber Security Program Manager, you will bring a history of successfully managing and implementing large scale, complex cyber security programs on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Cyber Security Projects with exposure to the Hospital/Healthcare industry desirable. You will be a committed, resourceful, and a flexible team player who is willing to make an extra effort to ensure the security and safety of those we serve under St Vincent’s.

This 12-month Fixed Term Full Time contract is available for immediate start and will be a hybrid working model based in our Group Office in either Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Plan and manage the delivery of Cyber Security Programs in accordance with policies and procedures to reduce risk and align with budget
• Ensure projects are carried out with the appropriate methodology and governance ensuring project success
• Govern and lead the end-to-end Cyber Security Program deliverables and engage with employees at all levels including Executives ensuring cost-effective and efficient project decisions are supported and implemented
• Liaise with stakeholders both internal and external ensuring delivery and management of Cyber Security Projects and Programs, providing your project teams with excellent leadership and support
• Manage projects and deliver on project outcomes and reporting by preparing the necessary documentation and registers
• Lead your project teams to success; establish projects with innovation and strategic development, and assist in the management of resources, budget, performance, work allocation, deliverables, KPIs and timeframes of established and new projects
• Guide the project change and communication strategies whilst ensuring project plans are effectively deployed and the organisation is engaged and kept well informed
• Ensure appropriate and timely communications and reporting are upheld to satisfy organisational and program requirements 

Things that work for us:

• Minimum 5 years of Program Management experience and 10+ years of Project Management ideally within the Healthcare or similar, large and complex organisation/sector
• Demonstrated experience and familiarity of the Cyber Security and Healthcare landscapes
• Proven negotiation, communication, time management and relationship management skills as well as exceptional stakeholder and vendor management skills
• Experience establishing and scoping new Cyber Security projects based on Program and Business needs
• Understanding and experience in managing risks, issues, dependencies, business impact and change associated with project execution across various business units or facilities
• Professional Project or Program Management Certification and demonstrated track record in applying Project Management principles, methodologies and tools
• Ability to collaborate, guide and support on multiple priorities simultaneously and seamlessly while maintaining attention to detail in a high pressure environment
• Tertiary qualifications in Computer Science, Project Management, Information Technology, Business Management or similar field as relevant

Things that work for you:

• Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service
• Competitive salary packaging options
• Discounted private health insurance
• Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families
• Access to the Fitness Passport (FP)

At St Vincent’s we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, fair and impartial and invites people from all backgrounds to join us.

Pre-Employment Checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.

Equal Opportunity

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.

How To Apply

Please submit your application via the Apply button, include your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability.

Please note - we will be progressing applications throughout the advertising period. Respectfully, no recruitment agencies.

Closing Date:

28 August 2025 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

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