- Play a critical role in protecting and strengthening Council-wide cyber security posture
- Drive innovation, continuous improvement and strategic security initiatives
- Play an integral role in safeguarding a major ERP implementation by embedding strong security controls from initial design through to deployment
- Play a critical role in protecting and strengthening Council-wide cyber security posture
- Drive the Council’s cyber security maturity while leveraging leading frameworks (VPDSF, Essential 8, ISO27001) within a complex local government environment
- Drive innovation, continuous improvement and strategic security initiatives
- Play an integral role in safeguarding a major ERP implementation by embedding strong security controls from initial design through to deployment.
Join a forward-thinking council and take the lead in safeguarding critical systems, driving cyber resilience, and shaping a secure digital future.
- Lead cyber security operations and compliance initiatives to protect critical systems and drive continuous improvement across a complex IT environment.
- Opportunity to play a key role in securing a major ERP system implementation, ensuring robust security controls are embedded from design through to delivery.
We're building Darebin's future - and we're looking for great people to join us.
As part of our organisational redesign, we're introducing new roles that support Darebin's future focus and priorities.
About the role:
- The Cyber Security & Compliance Specialist is a key role responsible for protecting Darebin City Council’s information assets across applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments.
- Aligned with organisational strategy and regulatory requirements, this role ensures compliance with key frameworks such as VPDSF, ACSC Essential Eight and ISO 27000 standards, while leading operational security initiatives.
- You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external providers to deliver secure, resilient, and efficient IT services, while continuously improving the Council’s cyber security maturity.
You will:
- Lead security operations including monitoring, incident response, and threat hunting activities
• Ensure compliance with VPDSF, ACSC Essential Eight, ISO 27000 and other regulatory standards • Manage and optimise security tools such as SIEM, EDR/XDR, IAM, and vulnerability platforms
- Provide expert security advice on projects to both internal and external stake holders and senior leadership
- Develop and enhance security operations playbooks and processes, supporting effective incident management and strengthening the Council’s security posture across all internal and external platforms.
About you:
We are seeking a proactive and experienced cyber security professional with strong technical expertise, stakeholder engagement skills, and a passion for continuous improvement.
- Proven experience applying security frameworks such as VPDSF, ACSC, ISO27001, and ASD guidelines
- Relevant qualification in Information Security (or related discipline) with 5–10 years’ hands-on experience
- Strong technical expertise across security platforms including firewalls, EDR/XDR, SIEM, IAM, DLP, PAM, and Zero Trust
- Experience with Microsoft security tools such as Defender, Sentinel (SIEM), and Intune
- Demonstrated ability to lead security initiatives, manage stakeholders, and drive operational and strategic improvements
- Responding to internal and external audit queries and providing reports to senior leadership.
Why Darebin?
Darebin City Council is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We proudly serve one of the most diverse communities in Victoria, and we know that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to deliver meaningful outcomes.
We offer:
- A supportive team environment
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- A workplace that values collaboration, integrity, respect and creativity
- The chance to make a real difference
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your application including a Cover Letter and Resume. If you wish to address the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description, you may do so in your cover letter.
Applications close on Day 23 -07 -2026 at 11.59 PM.
Applications will be reviewed during the advertising period so if you’re interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to get your application in as early as possible.
For a confidential discussion about the role and the opportunity, contact Anton Fernando, Coordinator IT operations - 0425927155.
Should you need reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs, please get in contact with us and advise how we can best support you.
Pre-employment Checks
Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.
To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.
