$122,482.77 Base Salary + 12% superannuation + generous salary packaging options

Full-time

2-Year Fixed Term contract with a view to permanency

Based in Melbourne

About the Baker Institute

Imagine being part of a healthcare transformation where each breakthrough brings us closer to cures and life-changing discoveries. At the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute, we are not just conducting research, we are changing lives.

By working towards cures for heart disease and diabetes, we are tackling Australia’s biggest killers head on. Our relentless pursuit to reverse the life-threatening impacts of associated conditions reflects our commitment to combat these fast-growing diseases.

We are at the heart of some of the world’s greatest scientific breakthroughs. Through our research, we are empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools to adopt healthier lifestyles, ensuring they live longer and more fulfilling lives.

Join us at the Baker Heart & Diabetes Institute. Every step we take brings us closer to a healthier future. By working together, we can make a real difference in the lives of those affected by heart cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

The Opportunity

We’re on the look-out for an experienced solutions-focussed IT Security Analyst to join our dynamic IT team.

As our new IT Security Analyst, you will report to the IT Infrastructure Manager, and will be responsible for protecting the organisation’s digital assets through monitoring, managing Palo Alto firewalls and Proofpoint email security, conducting risk assessments, supporting compliance with standards like ISO 27001, and leading security awareness programs, requiring strong technical expertise and communication skills within a multidisciplinary medical research environment. While day-to-day firewall changes may not be routine, you’ll be required to have the capability to troubleshoot, consult, and make configuration changes when needed.

This is a position for an experienced IT professional with security-focused experience and skills, preferably within the not-for-profit/medical research sector. Expertise in firewall administration—preferably with Palo Alto Networks—and in email security solutions such as Proofpoint is essential.

How this role makes a difference

The IT Security Analyst role is vital in safeguarding the organisation’s digital environment by proactively identifying and addressing cybersecurity threats, ensuring best practices are followed, and promoting a culture of security awareness and compliance across the organisation.

Through this key role, you can contribute to our vision to help people to live healthier for longer, and to stop heart disease and diabetes in their tracks.

How you’ll make an impact

In this role you will be expected to:

Security Operations

Monitor and respond to threats, manage key security tools and conduct risk assessments and attack simulations.

Strengthen cybersecurity across systems, ensure software compliance, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure a secure infrastructure.

Risk Management and Compliance

Conduct vulnerability assessments, support penetration testing, and ensure compliance with ISO 27001, ACSC Essential Eight, and the Privacy Act.

Maintain security documentation and follow ITIL Change Management processes for implementing IT changes.

Security Policy and Awareness

Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, conduct risk assessments, and embed security by design to support strategic cyber risk management.

Lead staff education on security best practices and deliver awareness campaigns and training sessions.

Projects and Infrastructure Support

Support secure implementation of infrastructure upgrades and cloud services, integrating security into system design and participating in continuity and incident response planning.

Manage BeyondTrust EPM and Action1 platforms, maintain least-privilege access, ensure endpoint compliance, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.

What will you bring?

Relevant qualifications in Information Technology or a related field or equivalent experience.

Proven experience as an IT Security Analyst with strong knowledge of security frameworks (ISM, NIST, Essential Eight) and ITIL certification.

Skilled in conducting risk assessments, implementing security by design, and producing high-quality security documentation.

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Proficient in writing documentation, incident reports, and user guides, and providing clear communication during critical incidents.

Solid technical expertise in Windows Active Directory, Office 365, Windows/Linux servers, VMware, networking, and cloud platforms.

Experience with tools such as Docker, Ansible, BeyondTrust EPM, Action1, and enterprise anti-malware/EDR systems.

Strong understanding of networking protocols and principles, including VLANs, routing, encryption, and wireless security.

Excellent analytical, time management, and customer service skills, with the ability to multitask and work independently.

So, why join us?

You can enjoy a challenging career in the exciting international research sector where you can explore your potential and make a real difference.

The Baker Institute offers flexibility for work-life balance, generous salary packaging, an employee assistance program, social activities, learning and development opportunities. We also offer modern offices and laboratories in the Alfred Research Alliance precinct with an on-site gym, located opposite beautiful Fawkner Park; and walking distance to Chapel Street and St Kilda Road.

Remuneration will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

We’d love to hear from you

We’re reviewing applications as they are received, so if this sounds like the position for you, you have the skills and knowledge we’re looking for, an appetite to learn, and want to join an organisation where you can make a positive difference please apply without delay. For a position description or further information, please visit baker.edu.au/career

To be eligible to apply for this position, you must have appropriate Australian working rights.

Please note offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks and the successful candidate will be required to undertake a police check prior to commencement in the position.

The Baker Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, those at any stage in life, and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. We promote family friendly practices. We’re a proud recipient of an inaugural Athena SWAN Bronze Award from Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE).

Should you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to contact our friendly HR team.

Contact Details

HR Team
Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute
[email protected]