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Form of workJob No:CB18080
Location: Drummoyne, Sydney
- Permanent Full-Time Position - 35 hours per week
- Participation in 9 day fortnight scheme
- Competitive salary per annum + Super
- Leaseback Vehicle
The City of Canada Bay is a thriving, colourful community, surrounded by the beautiful bays of Sydney Harbour. The area is also known for its parklands, cycle paths and walkways. City of Canada Bay Council’s values underpin how we operate: We act with integrity; We empower our people; We are respectful; We work together; We innovate.
About the role
This position is responsible for managing the ICT landscape of security and operations in ensuring that Council's technological environment is secure, efficient and compliant with industry standards.
You will
- Develop and implement comprehensive ICT security strategies, policies, and procedures to safeguard digital assets and mitigate cyber threats.
- Lead and manage a team of ICT professionals, including Networking, Infrastructure, security analysts and operations staff.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and assess security risks, vulnerabilities, and incidents, and respond with appropriate remediation measures.
- Oversee the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of security tools, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and anti-malware solutions.
- Monitor and analyse security logs and reports, and initiate timely actions to address security incidents and breaches.
- Manage ICT operations, including network infrastructure, server environments, and end-user support.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and trends in ICT security and operations, and recommend strategies for continuous improvement.
- Develop and deliver security awareness training programs to educate staff about security best practices and procedures.
- Maintain compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and frameworks related to ICT security and operations.
- Lead and manage Disaster Recovery of system & ICT processes.
About the person
We are seeking a highly skilled ICT Security and Operations Manager to lead our security and operational systems and initiatives. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of digital assets, while also maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of ICT operations.
The successful candidate will have previous experience in a senior level position in Data and Information Technology, preferably in Local Government. It would be preferred but not essential for applicants to have a
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Proven experience in a senior level role overseeing ICT operations, service management and security.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies and managing ICT operations including network infrastructure, server requirements and user support.
- Leadership and team management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
What’s on offer
We are offering an attractive total remuneration package for the right candidate. The City of Canada Bay offers excellent employee benefits which include:
- A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid work from home arrangements
- 18 weeks paid parental leave
- A supportive, energetic, and passionate team
- Significant leave benefits (9-day fortnight, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year, access to Long Service leave after 5 years)
- Continuous training, support, and leadership development
- Health and Wellbeing programs (Yoga classes, Fitness Passport, Flu vaccinations, Head Space, Skin Cancer Checks)
- And much, much more!
Want to know more?
Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description here, alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact John Mantzios, Chief Digital & Information Officer on (02) 02 9121 0*** or email *************@canadabay.nsw.gov.au.
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How to apply
Candidates MUST apply online by clicking 'begin' below. Applications close 11:30pm, 24 January 2024 and will not be accepted through any other medium. Please provide a cover letter demonstrating why you are the right person for the job.
If you have any accessibility requirements, please feel free to contact April McCarthy on 02 9121 0*** or email **************@canadabay.nsw.gov.au to discuss.
The City of Canada Bay Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace.
The City of Canada Bay Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining, growing and supporting a diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, women, and other diversity groups.
The successful applicant for this role will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or provide evidence of an approved medical contraindication form. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they are able to meet all requirements in line with Councils COVID Safe Workplace Policy & Procedure (once adopted), WHS requirements and prevailing NSW Public Health Orders.
“Formal offers of employment are subject to standard Council pre-employment checks including medical and other background checks”.
