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Cyber Education Specialist

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 140547

 

Location

ACT 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $94,563.00 and $107,713.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Owen Breckell at owen.breckell@homeaffairs.gov.au  

 

Office Arrangements

Flexible - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 4/12/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 2 immediate position/s. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

 

Chief Operating Officer Group | Enterprise Technology Services | Cyber Risk Services | Cyber Engagement & Delivery

 

The Cyber Risk Services Branch is accountable for information security policies, capability and cyber security operations that ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability of the Department's information.

 

The Cyber Engagement and Delivery Section within Cyber Risk Services Branch provides cyber security strategies, communication and awareness, education and training products and services to facilitate organisational and behavioural changes to enable a cyber secure environment through, tailored and repeatable cyber security awareness communication products to increase organisational understanding of cyber threats and vulnerabilities, design and delivery of bespoke cyber security education and training packages, providing advice and guidance on the development of strategic communications on cyber security, development of strategic plans to enhance and enable cyber security resilience, providing a client focused service delivery function that supports stakeholder relationships through governance and reporting

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

 

Our ideal candidate

  • Has knowledge, experience and/or qualifications in Cyber Security
  • Has knowledge, experience and qualifications in teaching (primary school, high school, technical college, or university level)
  • Has experience in one or more of the following:
    • Training analysis
    • Training design
    • Training development
    • Training delivery, virtual and face to face
  • Can coordinate projects in an administrative and technically complex environment.
  • Adapt communication style to present messages in a clear, concise manner
  • Has high level verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences
  • Ability to train large groups of people

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Design and develop innovative and effective learning products and solutions including innovative training delivery methods e.g. augmented reality, podcasts, alternate delivery platforms, virtual classroom, etc.
  • Manage and deliver complex in-house training packages in a variety of settings including classroom, workplace and online.
  • Promote the continuous improvement of learning and development activities and training courses and the internal learning and development service model of the Department
  • Deliver training products to industry standards.
  • Foster team capability and improved standards through constructive feedback, coaching and mentoring.

 

Additional information

Tertiary and/or industry qualifications in any of the following domains Education, Communications, Marketing, Project Management, Cyber Security, or ICT will be highly regarded.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 4/12/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT  – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

  • How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
  • Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
  • Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 140547 in the document footer.

​​​​​​​Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

 

Eligibility

 

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

 

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

  • ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
  • Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
     

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

 

Diversity and inclusion

 

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

 

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

 

Technical assistance

 

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

 

 

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

 

Notes

 

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

 

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

 

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

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