Workplace Injury Commission (WIC)
Melbourne
$143,819 per annum (plus super) + excellent mentoring and support
- Enjoy rewarding work, a respectful culture, and the support you need to thrive
- Competitive remuneration, flexibility incl Hybrid WFH option, and incredible benefits
- Play a key role supporting WIC as we help injured Victorians find a way forward
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The impact you'll have:
At the Workplace Injury Commission (WIC), we've helped thousands of injured workers and employers to resolve their disputes and move forward with their lives. We're a robust Victorian Government statutory authority that's making an impact.
As we continue a chapter of growth, we need you to join us as an IT Security Specialist. You will be responsible for taking a lead role with managing IT security risks to ensure there is a cyber-aware culture for WIC. This will require an important focus on governance and cyber management, closely partnering with key stakeholders to execute important objectives.
Harnessing your strengths and knowledge in Cyber Security, you will apply best practice approaches with the appropriate technology available with a focus on achieving outcomes within challenging situations and engaging as a subject matter expert with senior leaders.
You will be a value-driven individual that deeply understands complex technical environments and industry standards.
Who we're looking for:
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- Demonstrated leadership and management of IT Security initiatives and incident response support.
- Proven experience introducing, supporting and maturing information security practices and processes within organisations
- Experience operating in an environment with a high degree of sensitivity or IT security risk, such as Health, Dispute Management and/or WorkCover
- Knowledge and application of IT Security industry standards such as ISO27001 Information Security Standards, Essential 8 and Information Security Manual
- Ability to work efficiently, flexibly and collaboratively with different IT professionals, teams and stakeholders on security initiatives, architecture and threat identification
- Degree in the field of Information Technology Security and or demonstrated experience within the field backed by industry accreditation and development
For further information, please refer to our position description which you can access here through our careers site.
Resolution matters. And so do you.
We're a stable, purpose-driven organisation that offers you meaningful work, a welcoming and vibrant team culture, and a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive remuneration, plus generous allowances and reimbursements for study, wellbeing and home-office working.
- More leave when you need it most - flexible leave arrangements tailored to you.
- Access to our 24/7 holistic mental health and wellbeing program for you and your family.
- A progressive and supportive work environment with experienced leaders who are invested in you.
Here are some of the things we hope you'll love about working with us:
- Help Victorians find a way forward
As an IT Security Specialist, you'll play a vital role in supporting WIC to help injured workers and employers overcome some of the most challenging times of their lives.
- Find support and relationships that count
Respect is a key value here. We trust and empower you to be your best self, at work and home.
- Respect today, shape tomorrow
Bring your diverse thinking and help make us even better.
- Be rewarded for your contribution
We offer you real professional development opportunities plus a wide range of rewards and benefits to help you thrive.
Visit our careers site to find out more and read the stories of our incredible people.
Want to help us shape a brighter future? Join us.
Take your career to the next level with the Workplace Injury Commission. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter via the link by midnight Tuesday 24th June 2025
Please note: Applications will be reviewed throughout the application period, and interviews may commence before the application period expires.
WIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the diversity of its people. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact us via email [email protected]
Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. You will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process. Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their COVID-19 vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencing employment.
