Senior Identity and Access Management Engineer

Bayside Health

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne the Mornington Peninsula Koo Wee Rup Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites including hospitals centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional equitable and locally connected care through shared expertise compassion and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health Bass Coast Health Gippsland Southern Health Service Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

• Permanent Full Time (1.0 EFT ADO)
• Located at The Alfred
• Managers and Administrative Workers Grade 5
• Great Staff Benefits

About the role

As a Senior Identity & Access Management (IdAM) Engineer you will have a critical role within our Identity & Access Management team driving the development implementation and maintenance of our IdAM solutions to support the successful implementation of Bayside Healths Cyber Security Strategy and Action plan. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional IT teams security professionals and healthcare stakeholders to ensure a secure and seamless access experience for our users while safeguarding sensitive patient information.

Key responsibilities include using your extensive IdAM expertise to provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) into the architecture and design of scalable robust and integrated IdAM solutions to support Alfred Healths requirements; leading the implementation and support of the chosen IdAM solutions to enable automated provisioning de-provisioning automated and simplified authentication services multifactor authentication (MFA) and role-based access control (RBAC); contributing to the strategic development of the IAM roadmap; monitoring IdAM systems for security vulnerabilities and promptly address any potential threats or breaches; investigating and resolving complex IdAM-related issues; collaborating with technical teams to ensure timely resolutions; and analysing and troubleshooting system integration challenges to ensure smooth user experiences.

About you

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology and/or appropriate hand-on industry experience. Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP CISM CISA) are a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in of hands-on experience in Identity & Access Management including designing implementing and supporting IdAM solutions in complex environments.
• Certification and/or relevant experience in IdAM technologies and other IT on-premise hosted and cloud-based technologies (IaaS PaaS SaaS).
• Demonstrated proficiency in scripting languages or IT automation tools (e.g. Python PowerShell Ansible Terraform Power Automate) to streamline IdAM processes.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and using IdAM technology and solutions and architecture.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards Information Security Manual (ISM) Essential 8 ISO27001 NIST CBCF PSPF or CIS Critical Security Controls.
• Excellent problem-solving analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• On-site Car & Bike Parking (Subject to Availability)
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Childrens Services

If applicable specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.

Any queries please contact Frederick Lee Head of Cybersecurity Automation and Engineering on

Applications Close: 11pm AEST Sunday 5th April 2026

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disability and people of all genders sexualities and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or require an alternative format to any of the application materials please dont hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020 health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the departments risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.