Security Operations Manager

Wesfarmers Health was formed in March 2022, with the acquisition of Australian Pharmaceutical Industries (API). Our supporting portfolio of brands includes Priceline, Priceline Pharmacy, Soul Pattinson Chemist, Pharmacist Advice, Clear Skincare Clinics, InstantScripts, SILK Laser Clinics, SISU Health & atomica.  

About us:

Since our humble beginnings in 1910, we’ve grown from a small co-operative of three pharmacies to a national organisation and one of Australia’s leading health, beauty, and wellness companies.

Wesfarmers Health includes over 70 company-owned Priceline stores including atomica, 400+ Priceline pharmacy franchise stores and 89 Clear Skincare clinics and is also a wholesale distributor of pharmaceutical goods. In 2023, the Health division expanded its digital and medical aesthetics offering with the acquisitions of telehealth provider InstantScripts, as well as the SILK Group, who operates a network of around 140 wholly-owned, joint venture and franchised clinics. During this year, they also became majority stakeholder of digital health company, SISU Health. The division employs more than 3600 team members.

What you’ll do:

We’re seeking an experienced Security Operations Manager to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will lead our Security Operations and SAP Security teams, ensuring effective incident response readiness and the management of security technologies in line with relevant policies and regulations. You’ll also drive security awareness and foster a strong security culture across the organisation, embedding best-practice security principles aligned with the Wesfarmers Health security strategy.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic leadership to the Security Operations and SAP Security team within the Technology Group.
• Oversee the operating efficiency of the Security Operations Centre, driving continuous improvement in detection and response capabilities.
• Coordinate security incidents across the organisation, acting as the escalation point for complex and high-impact events.
• Manage and conduct incident response drills and assessments, ensuring preparedness for a variety of security incidents.
• Foster collaboration between IT teams to integrate security best practices into operational workflows.
• Champion the importance of security awareness ensuring it becomes a core component of the organisation’s culture and strategic planning.
• Integrate security best practices across projects and technology operations.
• Support and ensure the remediation of internal and external audit findings.
• Advise stakeholders on security risks, trends, and solutions to support informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with technology vendors and service providers to ensure high-quality service delivery and contract compliance.
• Support the organisation's compliance with relevant regulations and standards, including ISO 27001, NIST and other applicable frameworks.
• On-call support for urgent or critical incident response activities.

What you’ll bring:

• Demonstrated several years’ experience in Security Operations or equivalent field.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (Essential).
• Hands-on experience with risk management and frameworks like ISO 27000, NIST CSF.
• Strong expertise in promoting security awareness and integrating it into business strategies.
• In-depth understanding of security principles, controls, and technologies.
• Proven ability in managing security incidents and responses.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and budget management skills.
• Professional security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM) (Highly Desirable).
• Master’s Degree in related fields (Desirable).

Why us?

• Access to employee benefits across Wesfarmers including team member discounts at Bunnings, Kmart, Target, Officeworks, OnePass, Priceline and Clear Skincare Clinics.
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Health Division and the broader Wesfarmers Group.
• Novated leasing options.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - available to all team members and their immediate family members, 24/7, 365 days a year.
• Beautiful outdoor terrace for work and recreation.  
• Food, coffee and health & wellbeing facilities onsite including a landlord operated gym. 
• Dedicated end of trip facilities (cycle racks, showers, lockers). 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

Wesfarmers Health aims to become an employer of choice for First Nations Australians, through investments that attract, empower and retain First Nations team members within our stores, distribution centres, clinics and corporate offices.

As part of the Wesfarmers group, we provide authentic support through a diverse range of programs and initiatives, designed to empower you on your journey towards personal achievement and professional advancement.