Associate Director, Awareness & ResilienceApply now Job no: 564925Work type: Full-timeLocation: FlexibleCategories: Management, Information TechnologyBased at either our Melbourne Burwood or Geelong Waterfront Campus + hybrid work arrangementsFull-time and fixed-term for 5 yearsCompetitive salary and benefits including 17% SuperannuationWhy work with us?At Deakin, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including various leave options such as generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to advance your career; an inclusive, supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.Who are we?Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are agile and innovative, and committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education and research and the contributions we make to the wider community. We aim to be a catalyst for positive change for the individuals and the communities we serve. We aspire to be recognised as Australia’s most progressive university.The Infrastructure and Digital Division drives digital innovation at Deakin to deliver intelligent, future-focused solutions that anticipate and respond to digital needs. We collaborate with managers and members of the University Executive, as well as teachers and students, researchers, support and professional staff, and other members of the University community to harness our digital potential.About the roleThe Associate Director, Awareness & Resilience brings extensive and specialist knowledge of their area of expertise (cyber security awareness) and an understanding of the complexities of the higher education environment. The role is recognised as a principal specialist in cyber security awareness program development and resilience and leads and motivates a team of professionals to collaborate and deliver outstanding advice and services to our customers, the effective delivery of cyber security projects and initiatives and outstanding education and training programs.The role reports to Senior Director, Resilience & Cyber Security and provides sound advice and recommendations to senior leaders on the professional practice and discipline of cyber security awareness and resilience.As the Associate Director, Awareness & Resilience, you will:Manage a team of skilled professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Provide guidance and support to team members in delivering initiatives, ensuring their growth and development.Develop and implement initiatives that align with Deakin’s goals and future needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify cybersecurity awareness programs, training and education and employee engagement to mitigate cyber threats.Collaborate with key stakeholders to undertake phishing simulations and testing and communicate the effectiveness of these and other initiatives.Oversee the planning, delivery and analysis of risks and mitigations to identify patterns in behaviour. Manage the team in developing solutions and approaches that drive positive outcomes in cybersecurity behaviour and resilience.To be successful, you’ll haveProven expertise in the management of significant human and material resourcesPostgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience conceptualising, developing and implementing contemporary solutions, strategies and services to achieve a security-conscious culture in a large organisation.Knowledge and understanding of contemporary relevant cybersecurity awareness and delivery practices.Demonstrated capacity to build and maintain strong and productive relationships with internal and external partners and customers.Applications for this position close on Sunday, 2 February 2025Make an Impact with UsTogether we aim to take Deakin forward, strengthening our progressive University through the digital work we do. Whether it's empowering students, enabling teaching staff, or supporting researchers, the work you do here matters. Your achievements contribute to making a positive difference in the lives of the people and communities we serve.We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation and genders.
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