We’re seeking the next generation of cyber professionals to join the Victorian Government Cyber Internship Program. This six-month paid internship could kickstart your cyber security career!
From day one, you will get hands-on experience in the Victorian Government and grow your cyber skills.
The Internship Program offers a unique opportunity for recent graduates of the Certificate IV in Cyber Security.
Applications close 11:30pm 2nd November 2025.
The Department of Government Services (DGS) is working to strengthen our state's defences against cyber threats and aims to improve the government's response to cyber incidents. You will be at the forefront of cyber security and placed into one of the following streams:
Join a team of skilled cyber security experts who are committed to supporting you in building critical skills and expanding your network across the Victorian Government. You'll be in good hands as you embark on this exciting journey.
We offer career opportunities and a culturally safe and diverse workplace. We’re looking for people who have/are:
DGS actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Neurodiversity, and people with disabilities.
We're committed to inclusive hiring and know that adjustments are needed sometimes. If you need any adjustments to complete your application, assessment task, or interview, please let us know so we can help. You will not be disadvantaged if you request adjustments. We want all applicants to do their best and compete equally.
You are eligible to apply if you:
The positions are full-time (38 hours a week), but we are open to requests for flexible working / part-time.
As a part of the Victorian Government Cyber Internship Program, you will enjoy:
Candidates are selected through a competitive process facilitated by HOBAN Recruitment.
Click ’apply now’ to submit your application or for more information on the selection process and full eligibility requirements.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent Form.
Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check.
The Department of Government Services (DGS) was established on 1 January 2023 to improve everyone's experience of doing business and interacting with the Victorian government. We bring important day-to-day services together in one department to make things easy and seamless for Victorians and businesses. We are doing this by connecting and digitising our systems and platforms across state and local government as well as streamlining our corporate and procurement services.
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DGS has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DGS employees be fully vaccinated.
If you have any questions about the roles or how to apply, please contact Hoban Recruitment.