TOGETHER WE SHAPE THRIVING COMMUNITIES, PUBLIC SPACES, PLACES AND ECONOMIES.

• Design, implement, and maintenance of ICT network and security and infrastructure
• Temporary (Up to September 2026) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Parramatta location with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $125,693 to $138,510 + super

ABOUT US

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.
We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

THE ROLE

In this role, you’ll be hands-on with designing and maintaining the networking and security infrastructure that protects the department’s digital environment. You’ll work closely with architects and stakeholders to implement secure-by-design technologies, manage Routers, IDS/IPSs, NLBs, Encryption Technologies, and SIEM, and help other teams with audits, and vulnerability remediation. Your insights will help shape security strategies and ensure systems are compliant and resilient.
You’ll be navigating a complex ICT landscape, identifying risks and responding to emerging threats across a wide network of sites. Staying ahead of the curve in Networking and cybersecurity trends and technologies is key, as is your ability to collaborate across teams and deliver practical, scalable solutions that keep the department’s systems safe and secure.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Security Engineer

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining ICT Network and security infrastructure in complex environments.
• Strong understanding of tools like Switching, Routing, IPS/IDS, SASE, SIEM, and vulnerability management systems.
• Ability to apply “Secure by Design” principles and maintain detailed documentation and playbooks.
• Skills in evaluating new technologies and ensuring compliance with security standards.
• Capacity to manage and configure security tools and proactively address vulnerabilities.
• Experience providing security consulting and acting as a subject matter expert across programs and projects.
• Ability to stay current with emerging threats and technologies in the cybersecurity landscape.
• Strong collaboration skills to work with internal teams, external stakeholders, and vendors.