Technical Lead

Role type: Full-time; Continuing

Faculty: Business Services

Department/ School: Enterprise Technology

Salary: UOM 9 $143,185 - $148,972 p.a. plus 17% super (Please note: Compensation rates will be updated as of November 1, 2025).

• Lead cutting-edge IAM solutions / Enhance university-wide security / Shape digital user experiences

• Apply now to spearhead identity and access management excellence at a world-class university

• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne

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Your next career opportunity

As the Identity Technical Lead at the University of Melbourne, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the institution's enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) capabilities. You'll lead the technical direction, design, and implementation of key IAM platforms, including Saviynt for Identity Governance and Okta for Single Sign-On. This role offers you the opportunity to drive innovation in secure, scalable access solutions, directly impacting the digital experience of thousands of users across the university community.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Platform Management: Oversee the configuration and optimization of identity-related platforms, ensuring secure integration and high performance.
• Technical Leadership: Lead the design and implementation of identity solutions, setting technical standards and driving continuous improvement.
• Security & Compliance: Partner with cybersecurity teams to ensure IAM controls support access governance and regulatory compliance.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key technical point of contact, bridging communication between technical and non-technical audiences.

You may be a great fit if:

You are an experienced IAM professional with deep expertise in Saviynt IGA and Okta, possessing strong technical leadership skills and the ability to drive innovation in complex, enterprise-scale environments.

You may also:

• Hold a degree in computer science, information systems, or cybersecurity.
• Demonstrate deep understanding of IAM principles and hands-on experience with Saviynt and Okta.
• Have strong proficiency in identity protocols, CI/CD practices, and API integration.
• Possess excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Show a commitment to mentoring team members and driving best practices in IAM.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members

For more information check out our benefits page

Your new team - Enterprise Technology

Enterprise Technology is responsible for all aspects of enterprise & IT foundational technology including both change (project) and run (operational) aspects.

The Enterprise Services domain team, within Enterprise Technology, plans and delivers a diverse range of projects including IT enablement for new buildings on campus and other facilities / smart campus projects; IT infrastructure projects; integration / identity management / security projects; and application / digital projects in the enterprise services domain (finance, HR, procurement, service management, space management and other back-office Enterprise capabilities).

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr- You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our Indigenous strategy please visit -

Working at the University - what you need to know

This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Mick Powar via email at hr-, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close: Sunday 9th November Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR PD Technical Lead, Identity & Access Management UOM 9.pdf