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Associate Security Architect

Department of Education · Melbourne, Victoria

Salary
A$116,413 – A$140,849Estimated
Type
Full-time
Posted
7 days ago

Overview

This role is a technical security architecture position requiring deep cloud, networking, and scripting expertise, plus formal qualifications in cyber security. While your policing background gives you a strong grasp of risk assessment and protective security principles, the day-to-day work is heavily engineering-focused and would demand years of retraining to be credible. The mandatory experience with technology stacks and architectural frameworks is not something a typical ex-officer can step into without prior civilian IT security roles.

About this role

Overview

*Work Type:*Fixed-term - Full-time

*Grade:*VPS 5

*Occupation:*Other

*Location:*Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

*Reference:*VG/DE/FPIS/1938862

Assist the Security Advisory Manager with implementation of security frameworks and all enterprise security artefacts and standards.

This is fixed term full time role until 30 June 2028.

The purpose of the role is to assist the Security Advisory Manager with implementation of security frameworks and all enterprise security artefacts and standards. The incumbent will also work with other staff and third parites to provide operational architecture support when needed.

This role contributes to the overall success of shaping future use of technology including consumption of cloud services ensuring the technologies are deployed securely. This role will ensure that certain solutions designed and implemented by the department and the Victorian Government have in place appropriate security controls and configuration.

The Associate Security Architect will work with other subject matter experts to assess, design and document appropriate security designs and controls. This role works closely across multi-disciplinary ICT functions and collaborates with external agencies including the Department of Premier and Cabinet and Digital Victoria. This role would suit a Dev Sec Ops with cloud experience or mid level solution architect that are wanting to transition into a securtiy architecture role as part of their growth.

Attributes

The successful candidate will bring experience in cyber security architecture across complex ICT environments, with the ability to assess risks, apply technical solutions, and communicate security concepts to a range of stakeholders. Key capabilities include problem-solving, scripting, stakeholder engagement, and a commitment to continuous improvement in security practices.

Desirable**Qualifications and Experience

Mandatory

  • Experience in participating in technology threat assessments to identify cyber risks, mapping pragmatic treatments to lower risk to within risk appetite
  • Experience across technology stacks and platforms such a network, cloud services, databases, website platforms, and endpoint devices
  • Experience in managing third parties and internal stakeholders inclusive in writing Statement of Works for Security related requests
  • Knowledge of architectural frameworks, knowledge of industry standard security architecture methodologies, tools and techniques
  • Knowledge of developing, guiding and maintaining System Security Plans
  • Knowledge designing and implementing treatments that incorporate the Victorian Protective Data Security Framework and Standards (VPDSF/S) or ISM in line with data classifications.

Essential

  • Bachelor's degree, or above in Cyber Security or related field

Desirable

  • Certification in relevant security body of knowledge
  • Architecture or Engineeering certifications in cloud services covering Azure, GCP and AWS
  • Certification in relevant architecture body of knowledge including SABSA, TOGAF, etc
  • Certifications in project management, risk management

How to apply

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) addressing the skills and attributes from the role statement and the capabilities from the position description.

For more details regarding this position please see attached role statements.

About the Division

The Information Management and Technology Division (IMTD) provide secure, reliable and integrated technology platforms, systems and services that enable high-quality education for every child and young person in Victoria.

IMTD is responsible for supporting one of the largest technology environments in Victoria, servicing over 1,500 government schools, 50,000 teachers, and 650,000 students. The division drives digital transformation through agile delivery practices, enterprise cloud platforms, and a strong focus on user experience, security, and innovation.

The Information Security Services Branch plays a critical role in safeguarding the Department's digital environments. With a significant rise in cyber risks, our priority is to ensure the safety and privacy of staff and students through best-practice security policies, tools, and risk assessments.

About the Department

The role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society.

Further Information

For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.

The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.

For further information pertaining to the role, please contact David Dessardo**-**Manager Security Advisory*via or david.dessardo@education.vic.gov.au.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g. large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements.

Applications close**11:59pm 16th August 2026.

Applications close Sunday 16 August 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

29 July 2026

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