About the role:
Victoria Police is seeking an experienced Senior IT Administrator to support the Cybercrime Division within Crime and Counter Terrorism Investigation Services.
This critical role provides leadership and technical oversight for the Division's IT environment, ensuring robust, secure and reliable infrastructure across metropolitan and regional locations. The position manages IT service delivery, supports operational policing capability, and provides strategic advice on emerging technology requirements.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders, specialist IT teams and external vendors to maintain high-performing systems that support complex cybercrime investigations.
Victoria Police supports flexible working arrangements and is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace.
Your duties will include:
- Leading the administration and support of IT infrastructure across Cybercrime Division sites
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Managing network systems, servers, storage and security environments to maintain operational availability
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Providing technical leadership, supervision and guidance to IT staff
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Monitoring, maintaining and improving system performance, reliability and security
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Managing incident response and resolution for complex IT and network issues
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Engaging with vendors and stakeholders to support service delivery and capability uplift
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Providing strategic advice on ICT requirements and emerging technologies
About You:
The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience:
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Strong experience managing complex IT infrastructure, networks and enterprise systems
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Advanced knowledge of network technologies, server environments and cyber security practices
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Proven ability to lead teams, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes
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Well-developed stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence and advise
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Sound judgement, problem-solving capability and a commitment to organisational values
Experience within a Network Operations Centre environment and relevant tertiary qualifications in IT, network engineering or similar disciplines will be highly regarded.
Further Information:
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One (1) x full-time, ongoing position available
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Location: Victoria Police Centre, Spencer Street, Docklands (with potential travel to other sites)
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Applicants must hold Australian Citizenship, permanent residency or valid working rights
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A current Victorian Driver Licence will be required
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The successful applicant will be required to undergo National Security Vetting, achieve and maintain a security classification as determined by the Department Head. To achieve this, applicants must be an Australian Citizen. OR Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
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The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
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We expect our people to foster a safe and inclusive environment where their behaviour and attitude reflects, builds upon and promotes a positive and collaborative workplace that respects the culture and values of Victoria Police.
Your application must include:
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Resume
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Response to the Key Selection Criteria – found in the position description attached to the job advertisement.
Applications close midnight, Sunday 21st June 2026.
Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms: Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic) or Seek. Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.
For further information, please contact:
Superintendent Tim McKinney on
0409961306 [email protected]
We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process (including an alternate method of submission of the application), please contact VPS Recruitment via email
[email protected] or on (03) 8335 6004.
About Us:
Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.
Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate.
In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation.
We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.”
If after reading this, you're not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click the apply button anyway. We're passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you.
Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps
