Classification: Senior Officer Grade C
Salary: $127,597 - $136,873 plus superannuation
Position No: 66405
Directorate: Suburban Land Agency
Advertised (Gazettal date): 24 June 2026
Contact Officer: Nick Murray on [email protected] or (02) 6205 9348
Details: The Suburban Land Agency is seeking an Assistant Director, Cyber Security Governance to join the Digital Solutions team on a temporary basis to December 2026, with the possibility of extension and/or ongoing employment.
This role plays a key part in delivering security governance uplift across the Agency, with a focus on policy, procedures and alignment to the ACT Protective Security Framework (PSF). Working under the Director, Cyber Security, the successful candidate will support the development of security documentation, coordinate security assessment processes, and work closely with stakeholders across SLA and ACT Government.
This is a practical, delivery‑focused role suited to someone who can build strong relationships, develop clear and fit‑for‑purpose documentation, and progress work independently in a complex environment.
The successful candidate will ideally bring experience working within the ACT Government or a similar public sector environment, with demonstrated ability in policy and procedure development, governance or risk activities, and stakeholder engagement. Exposure to protective security, procurement, personnel or ICT governance will be highly regarded.
This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful uplift of security practices across SLA and support alignment with whole‑of‑government requirements.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Eligibility/Other Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience in policy, procedure or governance document development
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Demonstrated ICT experience or exposure to information security concepts, implementation or operations
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Strong written communication skills and ability to develop clear, practical guidance materials
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Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills
Other requirements
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Experience working within the ACT Government or a similar public‑sector environment is highly desirable
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Familiarity with ACT Government risk, procurement, or personnel practices is desirable
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Exposure to the ACT Protective Security Framework (PSF) or Commonwealth PSPF is desirable
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This position does not require a security clearance
Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately until 31 December 2026 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.
How to Apply: Applicants should submit a supporting statement, addressing the Professional/Technical Skills and the Behavioural Capabilities of not more than two A4 pages outlining your skills and experience relevant to the role. A copy of a current curriculum vitae and the contact details of at least two referees are to be provided.
Applications should be submitted .
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.
The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.
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This is a temporary position available immediately until 31 December 2026 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.
