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• Lead and delivery the cyber maturity uplift for the Digital Research environments.  

• Actively drive innovation and improvement within the team to ensure that operational activities across the Digital Research domains are aligned with the University's strategic direction.  

• Lead and delivery the cyber maturity uplift for the Digital Research environments. 

• Oversee and operationalise the security initiatives necessary to enhance the maturity of the University’s research environment  

About the Opportunity 

This critical role will see you oversees the infrastructure and service delivery of research-enabling platforms, including high-performance computing, research data storage, and cloud computing. Reporting to the Director Data and Digital Research, this role aligns Digital Research capabilities with the University's strategic direction. Key responsibilities include leading the Digital Research team, collaborating with researchers and stakeholders, enhancing cyber security maturity, overseeing major projects, and managing security compliance. Supporting research excellence will be achieved by providing essential infrastructure and services, contributing to the University's mission of enhancing Tasmania's intellectual, economic, social, and cultural future. The role involves building local capability, working with IT areas and external partners, and continuously improving security and service delivery. Key outcomes include driving innovation, building networks, monitoring budgets, developing procedures, collaborating with stakeholders, representing Digital Research on committees, and maintaining effective communication with governance groups and stakeholders. This comprehensive role ensures the University's research infrastructure remains robust, secure, and aligned with strategic goals. 

What’s Required  

• Demonstrated experience leading a team and engaging with senior stakeholders 

• A strong understanding of Linux environments  

• Understanding of, and experience with, the University research landscape and the National Nectar Research Cloud 

• Technical expertise in system and network security, authentication and security protocols, cryptography, and application security 

• Excellent conceptual, analytical, problem-solving and negotiation skills and the ability to apply these skills independently and as part of a team 

• Excellent organisational and documentation skills including the ability to develop and maintain clear protocols and guidelines 

• Demonstrated ability to influence, lead and collaborate with a diverse group of people with a range of deep technical expertise, and to maintain both wellbeing and psychological safety within such teams. 

Qualifications and Licences 

• Tertiary qualifications in ICT or ICT security industry certifications and extensive relevant experience in ICT security or a relevant field or an equivalent combination of both relevant experience and/or education/training. 

• As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and criminal background checks may be conducted as part of the selection process. 

• Occasional intrastate travel to our Tasmanian campuses and interstate travel for conferences and meetings may be required. 

• Occasional out of hours and weekend work may be required. 

What’s on Offer? 

You’ll have access an array of staff benefits and discounts including. 

• 26 Weeks paid parental leave for primary care givers 

• 17% Superannuation contribution 

• Health and fitness membership options 

• Accommodation and Car Hire discounts 

• Health Insurance and Banking 

• Novated Leasing 

About the University  

At the University of Tasmania, success takes a quiet determination and adaptability. In turn, this makes us broader, more rounded, multi-skilled thinkers and creative problem solvers, and it sees our institution generate powerful ideas for and from Tasmania. Because of our unique setting and challenges we go beyond creating places of learning. We strive to stimulate economic growth, lift literacy, improve health outcomes for Tasmania and nurture our environment as it nurtures us. We welcome enquiring minds, from near and far, to join us in our pursuit of the extraordinary. 

Belong - Be You  

People are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to ensure that our people feel encouraged and supported to bring their whole selves to work. Fostering diversity and inclusion is our key priority, supporting our communities to come together in ways that empower connection, learning, belonging and growth. Celebrating the strengths that diversity brings will enable us to achieve our vision and mission. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you. 

How to Apply? 

If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you.  

• Please provide your up-to-date resume, 

• A 1-2 page cover letter outlining your motivation for the role and addressing the Role Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience requirements outlined in the Position Description. 

For further information about this position, please contact Dr Jac Charlesworth 

 PD-Manager Digital Research and Cyber_HEO9 _Oct 2024.pdf

Applications close Sunday 19th January 2025 11.55pm 

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role.