Deputy Director, Cyber Security Strategy & Partnerships

Deputy Director, The UNSW Institute for Cyber Security

This position is based in Canberra, ACT, Australia.

Work type: Full Time (35 hours per week)

Location: UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus

Employment type: Full-time.

Duration: Continuing.

Remuneration: Level C from $155,403 plus leave loading and 17% super.

About UNSW Canberra: The University of New South Wales in Canberra has multiple locations across the Capital and is recognized as one of the top 20 universities globally, a member of Australia’s Group of Eight, and committed to a thoughtful, practical, and purposeful approach.

Why Your Role Matters

The UNSW Institute for Cyber Security (IFCyber) is a Tier 1 institute that works across the entire University. The Deputy Director plays a central leadership role in shaping, operationalizing, and delivering the Institute’s strategy, supporting Australia’s resilience in a contested digital environment.

Accountabilities

• Translating strategic priorities into coherent programmes of work.
• Building internal capability, processes, and partnerships required to deliver them.
• Acting as a connector and convenor across academia, government, and industry to ensure IFCyber’s research achieves real‑world impact.

Who You Are – Skills and Experience

• PhD in Cyber Security or a related subject.
• Demonstrated ability to operate at the interface of research, policy, and practice.
• Experience designing and delivering multi‑stakeholder programmes or initiatives.
• Track record of building partnerships across government, industry, and academia.
• Ability to translate complex research into actionable insights and programmes.
• Experience developing new initiatives, platforms, or organisational capabilities.
• Leadership experience in coordinating teams and delivering outcomes in ambiguous environments.

Benefits and Culture

• Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours).
• Additional three days leave during December festive period.
• Career development opportunities.
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses.
• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave‑loading payments and salary sacrifice.
• Free gym access.
• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on healthy body, mind, places and culture.

Eligibility

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia.

Pre‑Employment Checks

• National and International Criminal history checks.
• Entitlement to work and ID checks.
• Working With Children Checks.
• Completion of a Gender‑Based Violence Prevention Declaration.
• Verification of relevant qualifications.
• Verification of relevant professional membership.
• Employment history and reference checks.
• Financial responsibility assessments/checks.
• Medical checks and assessments.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

Position Description

Advertised: 04 Jun 2026; Applications close: 17 Jun 2026.