NETWORK & CYBER SECURITY OPPORTUNITIES - MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Personnel Area: Corporate Services

Branch: Information Services

Salary Range: Band 5 Role $98,778 - $111,969 + Superannuation and Band 6 Roles $116,089 - $ 128,453 + Superannuation (Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)

Work Type: Temporary Full-time

Duration: Up to 2 years (Extension/s thereafter but not guaranteed).

Location: Brisbane Square

Our Business

Brisbane City Council is one of Australia's largest local governments, supporting a growing city through essential services, infrastructure and technology.

As Brisbane prepares for unprecedented growth and the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Council is investing heavily in the technology, security and digital capability that will support the city's future. Information Services Branch is at the centre of this transformation, delivering the modern platforms, services and infrastructure that enable Council to operate at scale.

Our Branch

The Secured Networks team is responsible for the network and security infrastructure that underpins Council's operations across hundreds of sites throughout Brisbane. From libraries and bus depots to corporate facilities and critical operational locations, we design, support and secure the technology that keeps Council connected.

Our team includes specialists across network operations, cyber security, monitoring and configuration management. As we expand our cloud capability, strengthen cyber security resilience and increase automation, we're investing heavily in both technology and people. A key focus is developing well-rounded ICT professionals through cross-skilling, mentoring and knowledge sharing, providing opportunities to build capability across networking and security disciplines while supporting one of Queensland's largest and most diverse ICT environments.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that is investing in its future, embracing new technology and building the capability needed to support Brisbane for years to come.

The Roles

We are looking for curious, motivated ICT professionals who want to be part of something bigger.

Whether you are starting your journey into networking and cyber security or already have experience in network or security operations, these opportunities will place you at the centre of a team shaping the future of Council's technology environment.

With significant investment underway across networking, cyber security, cloud and automation, there has never been a more exciting time to join the Secured Networks team.

Please note all roles participate in a rostered on-call arrangement (approximately once per month) and may require reasonable after-hours support during critical incidents, disaster response activities or supporting project activity.

Technical Consultant Secured Networks (Band 6) – 2 Positions

The Band 6 opportunities provide specialist technical support across Council's network and security environments.

One role is focused on network operations, while the second role focuses on cyber security operations. Both positions contribute to monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, service improvement and the ongoing evolution of Council's enterprise technology platforms.

While each role has a primary focus area, both positions work closely across the broader Secured Networks function. You'll be encouraged to develop capability beyond your core specialisation through cross-skilling opportunities, collaboration and exposure to both networking and cyber security technologies as we continue building a highly capable, future-ready team.

These opportunities would suit candidates with experience working in networking, cyber security, firewalls, security infrastructure or related technical environments who are looking to further develop their expertise in a large and complex organisation.

Experience across both network operations and cyber security disciplines will be highly regarded, as we continue to build capability across these interconnected areas.

Technical Coordinator Secured Networks (Band 5) – 1 Position

The Band 5 role provides an excellent entry point into the Secured Networks team.

You will support the delivery and coordination of network infrastructure, telecommunications and cabling services across Council sites throughout Brisbane. This includes working closely with stakeholders, vendors and technical specialists to help maintain critical network services.

This opportunity would suit candidates from service desk, desktop support, infrastructure support or similar ICT environments who are looking to take the next step into networking and cyber security.

Importantly, this role offers exposure to enterprise-scale technologies and a genuine pathway into networking and cyber security. Through mentoring, development and cross-skilling opportunities, you'll be supported to build your technical capability and grow your career within Council's Secured Networks team.

To be successful For the Band 6 Technical Consultant Role you will have:

• experience in networking, cyber security, infrastructure operations or a related technical ICT discipline
• experience working with enterprise network, firewall or security technologies
• demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to investigate and resolve complex technical issues
• strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical customers
• an interest in cloud technologies, automation and modern operational practices.

To be successful For the Band 5 Technical Coordinator Role you will have:

• experience in an ICT support, service desk, desktop support or infrastructure support environment
• a strong interest in developing a career in networking or cyber security
• sound problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new technologies
• strong customer service and communication skills
• the ability to work collaboratively and build positive working relationships with stakeholders.

Across all roles, you will demonstrate

• a customer-focused mindset and commitment to delivering quality outcomes
• strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment
• ability to explain technical concepts in a clear and practical way to a range of stakeholders
• adaptability, curiosity and a willingness to embrace new technologies and ways of working
• an interest in cloud technologies, particularly Microsoft Azure, and the future direction of networking and security services.
• ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate with stakeholders to influence and achieve shared outcomes

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your career in networking, cyber security, cloud and automation while working on technology that supports a city of more than one million people, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits of working for Council include

• flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
• free gym and wellness centre
• award winning superannuation fund
• generous leave provisions
• competitive salary.

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE

How to apply: Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position.

This role may require a Criminal History Check, or you may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment to assess your ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the role.

For more information: Please call Emily Pickford on 07 3178 2794.

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 20 July 2026 at 11:55pm AEST.

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.

Council and its employees must follow the Public Sector Ethics Act 1994 (Qld) and the Code of Conduct. This means employees are expected to act with honesty, fairness, and always prioritise the public interest over personal or private gain. The Code of Conduct requires employees to openly disclose any other work they do outside of Council — including paid or unpaid employment, operating their own business or volunteering in certain circumstances — and to manage any conflicts of interest or other risks (such as fatigue) in a way that puts the public interest first. Maintaining employment outside Council does not preclude you from being considered for roles within Council.