Job Overview

This is a senior-level opportunity to join the Technology & Transformation team within the Dublin & South East region, playing a critical role in strengthening cyber security capabilities across key healthcare systems. As a Grade VIII Cyber Security Analyst, you will contribute to safeguarding sensitive data, ensuring compliance, and enhancing resilience against cyber threats. This role offers strong career progression within a high-impact public sector environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support cyber security initiatives across the regional infrastructure
Identify, assess, and mitigate cyber security risks and vulnerabilities
Ensure compliance with regulatory and data protection requirements
Monitor systems and respond to security incidents and breaches
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve security awareness and controls
Develop and implement cyber security policies, frameworks, and procedures
Support audits, reporting, and continuous improvement of security practices

Required Skills & Qualifications

Third level qualification in cyber security, IT, data protection, risk, business, or finance (desirable)
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CRISC (desirable)
Strong understanding of cyber security frameworks and regulatory compliance
Experience in risk assessment and incident response
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and across multidisciplinary teams

Salary, Benefits & Working Hours

Salary scale: €83,081 – €100,205 per annum (based on experience and point on scale).

Permanent whole-time position with standard public sector working hours.

Benefits include public sector pension scheme, annual leave entitlements, and opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Location & Employer Information

This role is within the Dublin & South East Technology & Transformation division. The successful candidate will be based at one of the following locations:

Iveagh Building, Carrickmines Park, Carrickmines, Dublin, D18 X015
Lacken, Dublin Road, Kilkenny

If based in Kilkenny, regular travel to the Dublin office will be required. A panel may be formed for future vacancies across the region.

Application Details

To apply, please visit the official application link below:

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For reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact:

Sean Thompson, Campaign Lead
Email: sean.thompson@hse.ie

For informal enquiries about the role, contact:

Mr David Wall
Regional Director of Technology & Transformation
Email: David.wall@hse.ie

Reference: DSE26CSATT

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Last Day to Apply: 07 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

Senior Grade VIII Cyber Security Analyst – Dublin, South East