Cybersecurity Analyst (Grade 5), SWARH

Employment Type - Permanent Full Time

Hours per fortnight - 80

Job Category - Technical - Information Technology/Services

Req Id - 8904

• Join SWARH to make a lasting impact on sustainable, efficient ICT service delivery

• Join the largest regional healthcare service in Victoria

• Apply now for a fantastic professional development opportunity in a supportive team environment

• Permanent full-time (80 hours per fortnight) with access to ADO's, 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata) and salary packaging

About the role

Join our growing team as a Security Analyst and play a critical role in safeguarding patient data and ensuring the security of our enterprise health environment. You will be responsible for monitoring and analyzing security events, responding to security incidents, and maintaining our security posture through the effective use of industry-leading security tools.

Key responsiblities

• Threat Hunting & Incident Response: Proactively hunt for threats, investigate security incidents, and perform root cause analysis.

• Security Monitoring: Monitor security alerts, analyze logs, and identify suspicious activity.

• Security Tooling & Operations: Manage and maintain security tools, including Secure DNS, EDR, and SIEM.

• Security Posture Improvement: Contribute to the continuous improvement of our security posture through vulnerability assessments and security awareness training.

If you're seeking a challenging and rewarding career with opportunities for growth, we encourage you to apply.

What we’re looking for

• Tertiary qualification (or equivalent experience) in Cyber Security, Information Technology or related discipline

• Demonstrated experience in security operations, including SIEM monitoring and incident response

• Experience investigating and resolving cybersecurity incidents in enterprise environments

• Strong understanding of endpoint, network and email security technologies

• Experience working with security tools such as SIEM, EDR, and secure email gateway platforms

• Ability to document incidents, processes and technical activities to an audit-ready standard

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction

• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

• Extensive professional development opportunities

• Attractive salary packaging benefits

• Living expenses capped at $9,010

• Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here

Diversity and inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au

All appointments are subject to:

• Satisfactory Police Record Check

• Immunisation Status Clearance

• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

Contact person: Glen Coleman Email: glen.coleman@swarh.vic.gov.au

Application closing date: 24 August 2026

Internal applicants: If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers page through One Point (intranet) before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.

Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.