Title: Associate Director, Cyber Security Awareness & Enablement – Join Deakin University’s Leadership Team | Competitive Salary + 17% Superannuation

Location: Melbourne or Geelong Waterfront Campus (Hybrid Work Options)
Job Type: Full-Time | Fixed Term (5 Years)
Salary: Competitive remuneration + 17% Superannuation
Application Deadline: November 2, 2025

🌐 Work Where Innovation Meets Impact

Deakin University, one of Australia’s most forward-thinking institutions, invites applications for the role of Associate Director, Cyber Security Awareness & Enablement.

If you are an accomplished leader in cyber security education and culture change, this is your opportunity to influence strategy, build resilience, and lead digital transformation at one of the nation’s top universities.

💼 About Deakin University

Deakin isn’t just a workplace — it’s a lifestyle. With world-class campuses in Geelong, Melbourne, and regional Victoria, staff enjoy a holistic work-life experience enriched by:

• Flexible hybrid work arrangements
• On-site childcare, gyms, cafes, and medical centres
• Generous leave entitlements, including extended parental leave
• Professional growth and development programs
• Exclusive staff discounts on travel and leisure

Whether you’re working remotely or on campus, Deakin’s inclusive and supportive culture empowers you to thrive both professionally and personally.

🔐 About the Role

As Associate Director, Cyber Security Awareness & Enablement, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening Deakin’s cyber resilience through education, engagement, and empowerment.

Your mission: to build a university-wide culture of cyber awareness that protects digital infrastructure, research assets, and the entire university community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a high-performing team of cyber awareness professionals.
• Design and deliver strategic awareness programs that align with university objectives.
• Run phishing simulations, behavioral tests, and engagement campaigns to measure impact.
• Develop and implement metrics and KPIs to track performance and cultural adoption.
• Partner with executive leadership to drive behavioral change and enhance cyber readiness.

👩‍💻 About You

You’re a cybersecurity strategist with the ability to translate technical challenges into human-centric solutions. You have a proven record of inspiring awareness, enabling resilience, and managing transformation at scale.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven expertise in cyber security awareness and education.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience in higher education, government, or large-scale organizations preferred.
• Strategic thinker with a passion for driving long-term behavioral change.

🎯 Why Join Deakin University?

At Deakin, you’re not just joining a university — you’re joining a movement shaping the digital future of education. As part of our Cyber Security Operations leadership, you’ll contribute to initiatives that safeguard the academic community and support cutting-edge research.

We offer:
✅ Competitive remuneration + 17% superannuation
✅ Flexible hybrid work arrangements
✅ Opportunities for career advancement
✅ A values-driven, inclusive work environment

📝 How to Apply

Submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and achievements.

For confidential inquiries, please contact:
📩 Dushyant Sattiraju – Director, Cyber Security Operations
📧 dushyant.sattiraju@deakin.edu.au

Applications Close: Sunday, 2 November 2025, 11:55 PM (AEST)

🌈 Diversity and Inclusion at Deakin

Deakin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals of all abilities, and people of every culture, gender, and orientation.

Our commitment to inclusion is at the heart of everything we do.

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Take the next step in your cybersecurity leadership journey with Deakin University. Shape the future of digital resilience and be part of a globally respected institution that’s redefining what’s possible in education and technology.