Manager, Cyber Security Engagement
- The University of Queensland
- Australia, QLD
- Jun 16, 2026
Job Description:
Full-time, fixed-term position through to December 2028
Base salary will be in the range $117,958 - $132,247 + 17% super (HEW Level 8)
Based at our St Lucia location
About This Opportunity
Lead UQ’s Cyber Security Engagement team in a purposeful, collaborative role that helps shape a more secure and resilient university community. Working within Information Technology Services, you will guide the design, delivery and evaluation of engagement initiatives that strengthen cyber security culture and reduce human-related cyber risks across the University. Partnering with senior stakeholders and specialist cyber teams, you will identify opportunities, shape engagement strategies, and apply evidence-based behaviour change approaches to embed secure practices, helping the UQ community feel informed, empowered, and supported.
Key responsibilities will include:
Leading the planning, development and delivery of cyber security engagement initiatives tailored to diverse stakeholder groups across the University.
Managing and mentoring a small engagement team to deliver high-quality, measurable programs that reinforce secure behaviours over time.
Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders to understand local environments, shape engagement strategies and strengthen cyber capability across teams.
Evaluating behavioural impact, using data and evidence-based behaviour-change approaches to refine initiatives and maintain consistent, relevant messaging across cyber security activities.
About You
Qualifications and training equivalent to a postgraduate degree in change management, communication, marketing or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education or training.
Proven experience designing, delivering and evaluating programs that drive measurable and sustained behavioural outcomes in large, complex environments.
Significant experience managing multiple concurrent programs or strategic initiatives with strong attention to quality, pace and delivery.
Strong data-driven capability, including experience applying behaviour-change models to analyse insights and design evidence-based interventions.
Demonstrated success leading and developing a team in a collaborative, outcomes-focused environment.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to make complex concepts clear, meaningful and engaging for different audiences.
Excellent interpersonal, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, including the confidence to work effectively with senior leaders.
High level digital capability, including experience with M365, survey tools and basic design or video editing tools. Experience in cyber security, human-centred security practices or higher education will be highly regarded.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Claire Wilson, Senior Manager, Cyber Security Outreach and Culture at [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Sunday 28 June 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-66083).
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Job Description:
Full-time, fixed-term position through to December 2028
Base salary will be in the range $117,958 - $132,247 + 17% super (HEW Level 8)
Based at our St Lucia location
About This Opportunity
Lead UQ’s Cyber Security Engagement team in a purposeful, collaborative role that helps shape a more secure and resilient university community. Working within Information Technology Services, you will guide the design, delivery and evaluation of engagement initiatives that strengthen cyber security culture and reduce human-related cyber risks across the University. Partnering with senior stakeholders and specialist cyber teams, you will identify opportunities, shape engagement strategies, and apply evidence-based behaviour change approaches to embed secure practices, helping the UQ community feel informed, empowered, and supported.
Key responsibilities will include:
Leading the planning, development and delivery of cyber security engagement initiatives tailored to diverse stakeholder groups across the University.
Managing and mentoring a small engagement team to deliver high-quality, measurable programs that reinforce secure behaviours over time.
Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders to understand local environments, shape engagement strategies and strengthen cyber capability across teams.
Evaluating behavioural impact, using data and evidence-based behaviour-change approaches to refine initiatives and maintain consistent, relevant messaging across cyber security activities.
About You
Qualifications and training equivalent to a postgraduate degree in change management, communication, marketing or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education or training.
Proven experience designing, delivering and evaluating programs that drive measurable and sustained behavioural outcomes in large, complex environments.
Significant experience managing multiple concurrent programs or strategic initiatives with strong attention to quality, pace and delivery.
Strong data-driven capability, including experience applying behaviour-change models to analyse insights and design evidence-based interventions.
Demonstrated success leading and developing a team in a collaborative, outcomes-focused environment.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to make complex concepts clear, meaningful and engaging for different audiences.
Excellent interpersonal, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, including the confidence to work effectively with senior leaders.
High level digital capability, including experience with M365, survey tools and basic design or video editing tools. Experience in cyber security, human-centred security practices or higher education will be highly regarded.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Claire Wilson, Senior Manager, Cyber Security Outreach and Culture at [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Sunday 28 June 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-66083).
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