Security Operations and Platform Specialist

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications and knowledge to provide safe care are registered. 

Ahpra is committed to providing a culturally safe work environment that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. 

Our Technology Directorate is seeking an experienced Security Operations and Platform Specialist to join our team. 

This is a full time, 12 month fixed term position, with potential for extension. We are open to applications from any location with an Ahpra office, however have a preference for Melbourne or Sydney. 

About the Role 

The role supports the Senior Security Operations and Platform Specialist in providing expertise and advice in relation to business priorities for security operations, planning and capability improvements across the business. Assess risk, conducting audits and developing mitigation strategies in relation to security risk across the business.  Expertise within this field is fundamental along with knowing when to escalate matters and providing recommendations as security risks occur. 

In this role you will: 

• Provide SME advise, support and integrate Cyber Security Program deliverables 
• Investigate current processes, workflow and procedures for cybersecurity 
• Respond, investigate and monitor cyber security incidents 
• Monitor and appraise the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape for developing/actual cybersecurity threats to Ahpra and manage the appropriate risk mitigation and defence 
• Deliver outcomes form the security risk register to guide effective business decisions making and the implementation of adequate security risk controls. 

About you 

You will be an experienced and highly regarded as an SME in the cyber security field.  You will have exceptional, professional and customer focused interpersonal skills and able to converse with a range of stakeholders. You will also have the following: 

• Formal qualifications or minimum of 5 years experience in IT / Security Operations 
• Advance practitioner level using Azure Sentinel, Microsoft Defender (EDR, EOP, Cloud, Identity), Qualys, CrowdStrike, Darktrace and Delinea PAM) 
• Expertise in building and managing AI based Security solutions / agents 
• Experience in embedding security practices into an organisation to ensure the protection of its people, assets and information. 
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of ITIL incident, change and problem management practices. 
• Resilient, solution focused and able to reconcile multiple perspectives 
• Be able to support out of business hours security activities 

You can review more in the attached role description:  Security Operations and Platform Specialist (CL7)

What we offer: 

• Interesting and challenging work with a strong public safety purpose 
• A supportive and flexible working culture that supports you in achieving a balance between work and personal commitments 
• Central office locations and with modern, open plan work spaces 
• Attractive base salary $135,031 per annum plus superannuation 

To apply: 

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• Your application must include a current resume and maximum 2 page cover letter addressing the ‘Experience’ section of the role description.
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.  Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. 
• Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks. 
• For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact our recruitment team via email recruitment@ahpra.gov.au 
• Applications Close: 11.30pm AEST Thursday 3 September 2026 

Please note applications will be screened and shortlisted during the advertising period.  Should we receive suitable candidates advertising period will cease. 

Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks. Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the Hybrid and flexible working policy

Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, Ahpra is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing during this time, the employment.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

Ahpra acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continued connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and Elders past, present and emerging. 

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