STRATEGY AND CYBER ARCHITECT MANAGER

Personnel Area: Corporate Services 

Branch: Information Services 

Salary Range: Band 8: AUD: $150,432 - $162,791 plus Superannuation plus additional remuneration and benefits dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate

(Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)

Work type: Temporary Full-time

Duration: 2-year temporary contract commencing from May 2026

Location: Brisbane Square 

Our Business 

We support, equip and help guide Council to deliver the Brisbane Vision through centralised corporate services and a customer-focused approach. 

Our Branch and Team 

The Information Services Branch (ISB) is tasked with delivering comprehensive digital and information strategies, along with the necessary technologies and leadership, to support and improve Council’s information, processes, and systems. ISB plays a pivotal role in guiding Council’s digital transformation by establishing the strategic direction for how digital technologies can connect and enhance services while streamlining Council operations. The Cyber and Operational Technology safeguards Council's information and systems by developing and implementing comprehensive cyber security capabilities across all Council divisions.

The Role

The Strategy and Cyber Architect Manager leads the design, development, and execution of security architectures and strategies that align with business goals and regulatory standards. This role ensures the seamless integration of security principles, frameworks, and technologies across both enterprise IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments. Reporting to the Manager, Information Security and Operational Technology, the successful candidate will collaborate with Digital Strategy, Innovation, and Architecture teams to contribute to the yearly program of works as well as develop and deliver an effective cyber security strategy and roadmap, enabling the uplift of the cyber security capabilities.

To be successful you will have:

• demonstrated knowledge of core ICT principles and ability to stay current with emerging trends, within the ICT industry
• demonstrated experience implementing a large-scale cyber security architecture
• demonstrated experience in developing and improving contemporary cyber security strategies, procedures, guidelines, compliance management
• demonstrated advanced interpersonal skills, collaborating effectively with employees at all levels and ability to lead the performance of staff

This role will require a Criminal History Check

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. 

For more information: Please call Dim Amarandos via dimitrios.amarandos@brisbane.qld.gov.au.

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 11^th January 2026 at 11.55PM AEST

Note: The Brisbane City Council Recruitment Centre will be closed from Wednesday, 24 December 2025, to Tuesday, 6 January 2026 (inclusive). During this time, there will be no recruitment activity. We will respond to enquiries when normal operations resume on Wednesday, 7 January 2026.

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.