Apply nowJob no:496756 Work type:Full Time - Permanent Location:Melbourne Categories:Information TechnologySenior Cybersecurity Specialist Permanent - Full Time Band 8 - $125,815.25 - $140,985.75 + super + RDO (RDO applicable for full time 38 hours per week only)Supportive and Friendly team environment where we value growth and developmentHybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balanceAward winning organisation-wide Health and Wellbeing initiativesExcellent employee benefits and competitive hourly ratesAbout the Role This role offers a comprehensive opportunity to enhance your skills in cybersecurity, focusing on various aspects such astechnical security risk assessment,compliance, and collaboration across multiple technology domains, including networking infrastructure, application layers, and cloud computing.We're proud to offer flexible working arrangements, strong internal development pathways, and a culture that prioritises wellbeing and connection. This is a great opportunity for Senior Cybersecurity Specialist who is looking to expand their local government knowledge, with hands‐on learning, mentorship and future career progression opportunities.What We're Looking For We're looking for a candidate with at least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity role to help deliver outcomes to maintain a high‐level of cybersecurity against security threats by designing, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining robust security systems and measures. You will oversee cybersecurity strategy, guide operational security activities, provide specialist advice, and mentor internal staff—helping us meet Victorian Government, City of Yarra, and industry‐leading standards.Yarra City Council is aProgressiveOrganisation, proud of ourinclusive culture and continual progression of staff.We strive tomake a positive difference in people's lives and continually improve services to the community.Qualifications & ExperienceDegree or Diploma in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field plus post graduate qualifications. Or lesser formal qualifications with extensive and Diverse experience working with security tools such as Firewalls, IPS/IDS, SIEM, MS Defender alongside experience with cloud platforms like Azure.At least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity roleCertification in information security such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, CEH, SANS, OSCP is highly desirableCertification in Microsoft security such as SC-200/300/400/900 is highly desirable.Cybersecurity Prowess: Security standards (e.g., VPDSS, ACSC Essential 8, NIST, ISO27001), and have experience with security encryption protocols, in solving security threats, incidents, and vulnerabilities through proactive solutions.Yarra City Council isa progressiveorganisation that takes pride in fostering an inclusive culture. Our mission is to make a positive difference in people's lives while continually enhancing services for the community.Applications close on Sunday 15 March 2026 at 11:55pm. In your application, please include yourResume and a 1-page Cover Letter. In your cover letter, provide a brief overview addressing theKey Selection Criteriaas outlined in the Position Description. A separate document addressing KSC is not required.Additional Information This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check and Working with Children Check to ensure eligibility to work in the sector and a pre-employment medical assessment prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.At Yarra Every Job is a Climate Job! Acting on the climate emergency requires that we change the way we think, make decisions, and prioritise action. We must embed proactive climate responses in the ways we govern, live our lives, and conduct our work. Every choice we make today and into the future will have an impact; this is true for Council and the community.Acknowledging the scale of this crisis, at Yarra we are committed to ensuring that every job is a climate job meaning that each staff member will play a key role in shaping our climate response.Yarra's Commitment to Diversity Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.Advertised:27 Feb 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time Applications close:15 Mar 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time#J-18808-Ljbffr