Overview
Security Regulatory Officer Jobs in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia at Department of Education
Title: Security Regulatory Officer
Company: Department of Education
Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Employment type: This is an Ongoing – full time VPS4 role
Join the Victorian Department of Education as a Security Regulatory Officer. In this role, you will coordinate security compliance activities, analyse security data, and work closely with stakeholders to ensure the Department meets key regulatory obligations, including the Victorian Protective Data Security Standards (VPDSS).
This Is An Excellent Opportunity For Someone Who Is
- a natural organiser who thrives on juggling priorities,
- detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality work, even in a fast-paced environment,
- a confident communicator who builds positive relationships and enjoys working with diverse stakeholders,
- proactive, adaptable, and a collaborative team player who enjoys contributing ideas and supporting others to achieve shared goals.
About
This role offers a unique opportunity to combine your strong organisational, regulatory, and stakeholder engagement skills and knowledge in an environment where your work helps protect education systems and student information.About the Role:
As a Security Regulatory Reporting Officer, you will play a key role in coordinating the Department's security compliance and attestation activities. You will analyse security data, support stakeholders with regulatory reporting requirements, and help drive continuous improvement in compliance processes.What you'll be doing:
In This Role You Will
- Support security compliance and VPDSS attestation activities.
- Support corporate teams and schools to embed security requirements into business processes.
- Contribute to and maintain procedures, frameworks and operational guidance materials.
- Support the development of communications, guidance materials and training to support stakeholder compliance.
- Coordinate correspondence, records management, briefing materials and reporting requirements within required timeframes.
- Contribute to improvements in compliance processes, including automation and reporting enhancements.
- Assist with internal and external audits and regulatory queries
What We're Looking For:We are seeking someone who is passionate about security governance and improving organisational cyber maturity, with strong analytical, organisation and stakeholder engagement skills.Essential:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
- Valid working rights in Australia.
Desirable
- Qualifications in IT or cybersecurity are desirable.
- Sound knowledge of security frameworks such as VPDSS, PSPF, ISM or ISO 27001
- Strong governance, compliance or regulatory experience within government or a similar environment.
- Experience using SQL, Power Automate or data visualisation tools
How To Apply
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description and Role Statement. Applications should include a Cover letter addressing the Role Statement (no more than 2 pages) along with a Curriculum VitaeFurther Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Allison Thaddeus – via [email protected] –Please note that applications and enquiries sent through LinkedIn will not be responded to. Kindly use the email address provided for all communication regarding this role.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Applications close 11:59pm on Monday, 03 August 2026.
