The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is responsible for protecting Australia's environment, heritage and water resources and for the delivery of the Government's climate change and energy agenda. Maintaining a healthy environment, protecting our cultural heritage and ensuring the successful transition of our energy systems to a renewable future, underpins the future of our community and the success of Australia's economy in the coming decades. The department's Information Communications Technology (ICT) Division has been driving an exciting digital transformational journey focused on uplifting and providing the foundation for a technologically advanced, secure, and independent ICT environment that is adaptable, innovative, secure and capable of supporting the diverse needs of our internal and external customers. Our people are passionate about collaboratively finding best-fit solutions, that continuously improve our digital service delivery, secure and stabilise our IT environment, and streamline the interactions that support the department's delivery of government priorities. There are three branches within the ICT Division that support the department's ongoing digital applications and systems, cyber security capability, production of digital communication platforms and channels, administration of ICT policy, frameworks and practices. The ICT Division operates in an exciting and fast paced environment. We facilitate robust and innovative solutions for our stakeholders and focus on supporting and developing our staff so that they are in the best position to take on the challenges of the work. For more information about us please visit our website . The key duties of the position include DCCEEW is seeking a dynamic, innovative and experienced digital leader to manage the ICT Business Solutions and Security Branch. The Branch Head will report to the Chief Information Officer and contribute to the broader strategic leadership of the Information Communications Technology Division and department. The position is currently based in Canberra with travel required at times. The Branch Head, ICT Business Solutions and Security Branch is responsible for leading and overseeing the delivery of secure, modern and user-focused ICT services the enable the department to achieve its strategic objectives. The role provides executive leadership across the following key areas: Cyber Security : Overseeing cyber security operations and strategy, including incident response, vulnerability management, identity and access controls, and governance to protect departmental systems and data. Business Applications & System s: Providing operational support for business applications and corporate systems, coordinating vendors, and ensuring seamless transition from project delivery to business-as-usual operations. Enterprise Platforms : Managing integrating enterprise platforms, developing scalable, secure, and interoperable digital services through collaboration with internal teams and external partners. Data & Automation: Delivering data, assurance, testing and automation capabilities, including DevOps pipelines, centralised testing, database administration, analytics, and AI solutions to drive quality, efficiency, and innovation. ICT Project Delivery : Designing and delivering ICT projects, enhancements, and proofs of concept to build future-ready systems aligned with departmental priorities and sustainability goals. Digital Innovation : Providing executive leadership across the delivery of innovative, user-focused digital products and services that align with organisational objectives. Leadership & Culture : Modelling and providing workplace, health and safety and supporting high performance in complex operational environments. Stakeholder Engagement : Building and nurturing strong relationships across the department, broader Commonwealth and ICT industry. Compliance & Standards : Ensuring digital products and services meet government and departmental policies, standards and design principles. Strategic Support : Supporting divisional planning and program management, including engagement in Departmental processes and contributing to budget, cabinet and parliamentary process.
