Head of Cyber Security

Overview

Job Task Analysis - Information & Digital Technology Leadership

Position details

• Full time permanent opportunity
  
• Hybrid, flexible working environment, including some work from home days
  
• Accrued day off per month
  
• Band 8 $128,692 to $144,350 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation
  
• Location: Cheltenham, with free onsite parking and located near the train station to make for an easy commute
  

About This Opportunity

Join Kingston City Council's Information & Digital Technology team and play a key role in protecting the systems and information that support our people, services and community. We're strengthening our cyber security capability and seeking a strategic, driven leader to guide our next phase. This is an exciting time to come on board. In this newly created leadership role, you'll be responsible for leading Council's cyber security program, covering operations, governance, risk, incident response and cultural uplift across the organisation.

Reporting to the Manager, Information & Digital Technology, you will drive:

• Delivery of cyber security operations, threat detection, incident response and compliance uplift
  
• Oversight of Council's managed security service provider and 24/7 Security Operations Centre
  
• Implementation of governance processes, risk assessments and assurance reporting
  
• Promotion of secure-by-design principles and risk-based decision-making across IT, procurement and projects
  
• Increased security awareness through training, simulations and staff engagement
  
• A capable and proactive security function that supports resilience, service continuity and shared accountability
  

About You

You bring extensive experience leading cyber and information security functions in complex or regulated environments, and you're ready to take the next step in shaping how cyber security protects a modern local government.

With a strong background in security operations, governance, risk management and incident response, you understand how to protect systems and data while enabling secure, practical outcomes for staff and services.

You are a confident people leader, able to guide specialist teams and manage partnerships with managed service providers, vendors and internal stakeholders. You know how to apply frameworks such as ISO 27001, Essential Eight and the VPDSF to strengthen resilience and meet compliance obligations.

You also understand the importance of promoting secure behaviours, building awareness and helping others make risk-informed decisions that protect Council's digital environment.

This is a key leadership role where your strategic mindset, technical depth and strong communication skills will directly contribute to Council's security maturity and organisational goals.

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston's values of:

• We make a difference
  
• We show care and respect
  
• We take pride in our work
  
• We are better together
  

Don't meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the "Apply" button.

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

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About Kingston

Kingston Council's collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations. We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children\'s services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Why Work for Kingston?

At Kingston Council, We Believe In Fostering An Inclusive Workplace Where Everyone Feels Valued. We Support Diversity And Encourage Applications From Persons Of All Backgrounds. Here Are Some Reasons Why You Might Love Working With Us

• Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
  
• Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
  
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
  
• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
  
• Salary Packaging
  
• Purchase leave options
  
• Career development opportunities
  
• Study/development assistance
  
• Discounted gym memberships
  
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
  
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  
• Social club events
  
• Close to Public transport
  
• Free Onsite parking
  

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Government Administration

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