manager, security architecture and engineering

South Australia Police

Job reference: 699216

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Long Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Join SAPOL on a two-year fixed term vacancy as Manager, Security Architecture and Engineering

Your new company

South Australia Police (SAPOL) provides a diverse range of services to the community. These services are aimed at producing a safe and peaceful environment by the minimisation of crime and disorder. It is a large complex organisation which, because of the nature of its operations, is constantly subject to public scrutiny and accountability. It provides services to a range of different locations (over 100) spread across the State on a 24 hour a day basis.

The IS&T Service is responsible for the provision of IT, cyber security and communications services and is therefore vital to the achievement of SAPOL's core objectives. In consultation with its customers, IS&T plans, delivers, secures and supports new and existing technology services.

Your new role

This role offers a unique opportunity to join SAPOL's Information Security Branch, to lead the team responsible for delivering security architecture and engineering services to SAPOL's technology programs and operational infrastructure.

This is an exciting time be part of the SAPOL IS&T team, supporting major programs of work to deliver cutting edge technology to frontline staff. As a newly created role, you will be integral in setting the strategic direction of Security Architecture and Engineering within IS&T.

The Manager, Security Architecture & Engineering will oversee the design, development and implementation of security features and functions across the IS&T technology landscape and is the hub for all technical security advice across the organisation. This function embeds security into projects and programs to ensure that new digital capabilities are delivered in accordance with SAPOL's security risk appetite and policies and frameworks.

What you'll need to succeed

• Demonstrated experience operating with significant autonomy and exercising expert judgment in the leadership and management of cyber security architecture and engineering functions.
• Proven ability to integrate security architecture and engineering activities into enterprise IT delivery and project methodologies.
• Extensive experience in developing and maintaining information security target state architectures, security reference patterns, and architectural governance frameworks aligned to business strategies and organisational risk appetite.
• Expert knowledge of contemporary cyber security frameworks, architecture standards and methodologies.
• Substantial experience leading, managing, mentoring and developing multidisciplinary teams of security architects and engineers.
• Strong working knowledge of government or large enterprise ICT governance processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Special Conditions

• The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
• The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
• The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL's iEngage program.

Salary

MAS3 - $127,859 per annum. An attraction allowance may be negotiated.

Enquiries

John Brake

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

Applicants must submit a covering letter (two pages) addressing the essential minimum requirements of the role outlined in the Position Information Document, a current resume and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager.

Applicants external to SAPOL must complete an RF2099 Pre-Employment Declaration Form and submit this with their application.

South Australia Police is dedicated to strengthening trust and collaboration with First Nations communities in South Australia as we shape a culturally responsive and inclusive workplace for First Nations employees.

Our vision is to create safer communities by strengthening the bonds of mutual respect, understanding, and partnerships between police and First Nations peoples. By deepening our appreciation and understanding of First Nations cultures and acknowledging the past, we are committed to focusing on the present and moving forward together into the future.

To strengthen our workforce, South Australia Police encourage applications from First Nations peoples.

South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Applications close: 03/10/2025 5:00 PM