New opportunity for a motivated and experienced Senior Security Engineer (Physical) to support the delivery, operation and continuous improvement of physical security systems across the Bank’s critical operational sites, including note printing, processing and distribution facilities.
In this role, you will be responsible for the end‑to‑end delivery of physical security minor works, providing technical leadership, engineering advice and hands‑on oversight of security systems for both internal stakeholders and external service providers.
Your proactive approach, strong stakeholder management skills and customer‑focused mindset will be key to your success in this role.
About the Role
As Senior Security Engineer (Physical), you will:
Provide specialist engineering advice on physical security systems, including access control, CCTV, intrusion detection and perimeter protection.
Deliver minor works projects end to end, including scope development, cost estimation, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, installation oversight and close‑out.
Monitor system performance and coordinate maintenance of security and associated electrical control systems, hardware and software.
Review designs, drawings and technical documentation to ensure compliance with standards, risk treatments and operational requirements.
Perform site inspections, verify works, manage defects and produce assurance and handover documentation.
Manage contractors and suppliers delivering security installations, upgrades and maintenance services.
Ensure all works comply with relevant legislation, codes, standards and workplace safety requirements.
Translate complex technical and security requirements into clear advice for technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Support continuous improvement of the Bank’s physical security engineering standards and asset lifecycle management.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Proven experience as a Physical Security Engineer delivering minor works projects in commercial or industrial environments.
Strong knowledge of physical security systems, including alarm, access control and CCTV solutions.
Good understanding of IP networks, infrastructure and IT requirements that support security systems.
Experience monitoring contractor performance and managing installation and maintenance activities.
Demonstrated ability to estimate, review and validate quotes and tenders for security works.
Experience developing scopes of work, technical specifications and project documentation.
Working knowledge of relevant security, electrical and building standards and regulations.
A strong customer service mindset with a high level of accountability and professionalism.
This role may suit someone looking to transition from a technical sales or delivery role into a senior engineering position, or an experienced security engineer seeking broader project ownership.
Qualifications & Requirements
Formal qualifications in physical security systems and/or tertiary qualifications in electronics, IT, electrical or communications engineering (or equivalent experience).
Willingness to learn and support the Bank’s existing electronic and physical security treatments.
Current valid VIC Security Licence (or ability to obtain).
Ability to hold Commonwealth Security Clearence - NV1
Your Team
You will report to the National Manager, Security Engineering and form part of the Security and Engineering Team within the Infrastructure and Workplace Facilities Management Department.
The team provides physical security engineering and advisory services to key partners across the Bank and works closely with security operations teams at critical sites, including banknote printing, processing and distribution facilities.
Be More
Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the RBA forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.
Why RBA?
The RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operate infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people. Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people, values, and culture play a critical role in achieving our objectives. Striving to be Open & Dynamic, we consider and incorporate different perspectives, work across teams and are transparent with each other, whilst delivering quality together effectively and focusing on outcomes by prioritising, testing, learning, and refining as we go. Our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry and we treat one another with respect while promoting the public interest through our efforts. We know it is the growth and success of our people that drives the RBA forward. Come and make a bigger contribution while you build and develop your own skills too, because being more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.
The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse background, those living with a disability and from the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates.
Application Close :
June 10, 2026
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