Cyber Security Manager

Our Business

Working at TasWater isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to deliver social, environmental, and economic benefits for Tasmania today, and tomorrow. 
Our talented workforce of over 920 employees keeps Tasmania thriving by providing exceptional water and sewerage services to over 460,000 customers every day. 
We have a bold and ambitious future, inspired by our vision to unlock water’s full potential, and centred on our customers and communities, our people and partners, the environment, and our collective water future.   
TasWater is investing $1.2 billion over the next four years to protect Tasmania's water and deliver safe, reliable services for generations to come. We will make great steps towards our aspirations of net zero carbon emissions and towards zero waste. Visit our website or YouTube channel to learn more. 

The Role

Lead TasWater’s cyber security function and play a key role in protecting critical services, systems, and information. Working across security operations, engineering, risk management, and strategic uplift programs, you will drive a proactive security culture while leading a high-performing team. This is an exciting opportunity to shape cyber security capability, strengthen resilience, and ensure security practices support business outcomes across a complex and essential service environment. 

• Lead and deliver TasWater’s Cyber Security Program, driving security uplift initiatives that strengthen resilience, reduce risk, and improve cyber maturity across the organisation. 

• Oversee Cyber Security Operations, ensuring effective monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and threat protection to safeguard critical services and information. 

• Provide leadership and direction to a high-performing cyber security team, building capability, fostering a proactive security culture, and supporting continuous improvement. 

• Establish the frameworks, governance, and partnerships needed for success, embedding secure-by-design practices and ensuring cyber security outcomes align with business objectives. 

• Champion and role model TasWater’s Leadership Capability Framework and organisational values, ensuring all leadership behaviours are consistently demonstrated and embedded across the team. 

• Collaborate with teams across TasWater to strengthen cyber security awareness, align priorities, and deliver practical solutions that support operational and strategic objectives 

For a full copy of the position description, please visit our website: www.taswater.com.au

What we're looking for

We're looking for an experienced cyber security leader who can balance strategy, risk, and operational delivery in a complex environment. You'll bring strong expertise in cyber security operations and uplift programs, a collaborative leadership style, and the ability to build trusted relationships across the business. Most importantly, you'll be passionate about protecting critical services, developing high-performing teams, and driving continuous improvement in cyber resilience. 

• Degree in a relevant discipline such as Cyber Security, Information Technology, risk management or equivalent relevant industry certifications and experience 

• Strong knowledge of cyber security frameworks and standards, including the NIST Cyber Security Framework and industry best practices. 

• Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams, communicate cyber risks to stakeholders, and deliver meaningful security outcomes 

• A collaborative and influential leader who can build strong relationships and partner effectively with teams across the business. 

• Proven capability in managing cyber security operations, engineering functions, and security controls to enhance organisational resilience and reduce risk. 

 Why TasWater

Across our multi-disciplinary organisation, we are serious about enhancing the skills and careers of our team members. When you join TasWater, you join a company that offers career development pathways, training courses, and access to subject matter experts. 
We are continuing to build an inclusive workplace and workforce that truly represents the Tasmanian community that we serve. We value diversity in all its many forms and welcome a range of perspectives and identities to enrich the way we work and what we do. 
We take pride in being acknowledged as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. Visit the Work180 website to view our benefits and policies, such as 18 weeks of paid parental leave for all parents regardless of tenure and with full superannuation contributions. We’re continuing to work on future benefits through a dedicated Employee Experience team. 

At TasWater, we invest in growing great leaders. All people‑leader roles are supported by our structured Leadership Development Program; a comprehensive suite of learning that includes workshops, coaching, online modules, mentoring, and on‑the‑job development. The program is designed to build capability, confidence, and consistency in how we lead, ensuring our leaders are equipped to support their teams and contribute to a positive, inclusive culture. Joining TasWater means access to ongoing professional development and a clear pathway to becoming the best leader you can be. 

The Details
This role can be based in either Hobart, Launceston, or Devonport and attracts a salary of $157,359 - $174,843 (inclusive of superannuation) 

Ready to apply? Simply include a CV/resume and a 1-2 page cover letter telling us how your experience matches "What we are looking for" and how you connect to our TasWater values and vision.  
 
If you want to learn more about this role, please reach out to Steane Walsh - Chief Digital Officer via email at ************@taswater.com.au or call 0451697*** 

If you require assistance in applying, please contact Ash Reid – Talent Acquisition Partner via email at ***********@taswater.com.au  or call 0455 518 ***

Our applications will be closing on Wednesday 16th September at 10:00AM 

Please note: To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must have the right to work in Australia. As part of our recruitment process, you may be asked to participate in pre-employment checks relevant to the role. These may include a National Police Check or AusCheck, with any offer of employment subject to satisfactory outcomes.