Our organisation
The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) is the Australian Government's primary authority on radiation protection and nuclear safety. Our purpose is to protect the Australian people and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation, through understanding risks, best practice regulation, research, policy, services, partnerships and engaging with the community.
Section overview
The Digital Technology section (DTS) is a high-profile section within the Corporate Office and is responsible for driving the development and delivery of a range of strategic and operational Digital Technology functions. Working in partnership with ARPANSA’s Executive, branches and offices, DTS provides services and advice on the agency’s use of technology, applications, information and data, including oversight of cybersecurity and information governance.
Primary purpose of the role
Reporting to the Director Digital Technology and Chief Information Officer, the Assistant Director Digital Services is responsible for leading the planning, delivery and operation of the agency’s Digital Services function, including digital infrastructure, enterprise platforms and end-user support. Working under broad direction, the role provides expert advice to the CIO on the value and adoption of emerging technologies, ensuring solutions are effectively introduced, integrated and aligned to agency priorities.
The position is accountable for the successful planning and delivery of Digital Technology initiatives and projects, ensuring outcomes are delivered on time, within budget and to expected quality standards. It drives the development and implementation of standards, governance processes, performance metrics and continuous improvement practices to maximise service value and support informed decision-making at an enterprise level.
Leading a multidisciplinary team across Service Desk and Infrastructure services, the role ensures integrated, reliable and high-performing service delivery. It balances the need for agility and innovation with the requirement to maintain stable, secure and efficient core operations, enabling the agency to respond to evolving business needs while operating within defined risk and policy settings.
The role is responsible for the lifecycle management of information assets, enterprise platforms and supporting technologies, ensuring services remain fit-for-purpose, secure and aligned to business demand. In close partnership with the CIO, Executive and key stakeholders, it ensures that digital services, policies and delivery models align with agency and Government strategic priorities, while continuously optimising performance, risk and value.
How to apply
Hit the apply button below and follow the application instructions. For your application you will need a resume and a 500-word pitch that considers:
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