SENIOR TECHNICAL CONSULTANT

Personnel Area:

Corporate Services

Branch:

Information Services

Salary Range:

Band 7 $132,572 - $144,942 + 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 Corporate Services support, equip and help guide Council to deliver the Brisbane Vision through centralised corporate services and a customer‑focused approach.

Our Branch Information Services branch (ISB) delivers digital and information technologies to maintain and enhance Council’s information, processes and systems, and enable data‑driven insights to improve decision‑making and customer experience.

The Role As a Senior Technical Consultant - Secured Networks, you’ll play a critical role in safeguarding and evolving the digital backbone of Brisbane City Council. This is a hands‑on senior technical role where your deep expertise in network and security technologies directly supports the services relied on by people who live, work, study and visit Brisbane. You’ll lead the development, operation and continuous improvement of secure ICT solutions, working across a complex, enterprise‑scale environment to ensure systems are resilient, high‑performing and fit for the future. From resolving high‑impact incidents to shaping standards and introducing new technologies, your work will have real, city‑wide impact.

You’ll also be a trusted technical advisor and collaborator, partnering with project teams, architects, service leaders and vendors to deliver secure, reliable outcomes for the business. This role offers variety and influence - balancing strategic thinking with practical problem‑solving, mentoring peers, and contributing to service planning, financial management and capability uplift across the team. If you thrive in environments where your technical judgement matters, enjoy leading through expertise rather than hierarchy, and want to apply your skills to work that genuinely benefits the community, this is an opportunity to make your mark.

To be successful you will have:

extensive hands‑on experience in a Network Security Operations or Network Security Engineering role within large, complex enterprise environments

strong technical expertise across network and security platforms, including firewalls, PKI, VPNs, WAFs, proxy services, DNS, and cloud security services across Azure and AWS

hands‑on experience with enterprise security tooling, such as Infoblox, Zscaler, Cisco FirePower, and Palo Alto, including operational support and implementation

proven ability to analyse complex technical issues, perform root cause analysis, assess risk, and design practical, secure, and scalable solutions

experience supporting and implementing cloud environments, with a strong understanding of Azure security architecture and integration with on‑premise and hybrid networks

demonstrated capability to manage security risks and issues across operational, project, and strategic contexts, ensuring alignment with organisational risk tolerance and security objectives

strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence outcomes through clear, trusted technical advice when working with stakeholders such as project teams, service leaders, and external vendors

in‑depth knowledge of security industry best practices, emerging threats, trends, and innovations, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development

proven teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills, enabling effective delivery of security outcomes in fast‑paced, operationally critical environments.

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:

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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 will require a Criminal History Check.

For more information:

Please call Andrew Mead on 07 3403 0002.

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:

Wednesday 11 March 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.

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