Division/Section: Business Services / Digital Information & Technology

Position Type: Permanent Full Time (9 day fortnight, 36.25/week)

Salary Range: LGO7 ( $113,019 - $119,946 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience

Location: Townsville

Application Close: 11:45pm, Tuesday 4 August 2026.

About The Role

Support a strong, outcomes-driven culture by providing cyber security governance, risk and compliance advice aligned with Council’s Corporate Plan and policies. You will interpret relevant legislation and standards, translate technical cyber security concepts into practical business advice, and manage complex or sensitive matters. The role also contributes to business continuity planning, including supporting disaster recovery activities and testing to ensure critical operations can continue during disruptions.

You will maintain cyber security policies, standards and governance artefacts, oversee control registers and compliance schedules, and coordinate governance forums, reporting and action tracking. The position leads control validation activities, supports cyber risk assessments and risk registers, and provides assistance with internal and external audits, including evidence coordination and tracking remediation actions through to completion.

About You

• 5–7 years’ IT experience, including 3+ years in cyber/information security
• Degree in Cyber Security, IT or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Relevant certifications desirable (e.g. CISSP, CISA, CRISC, ISO27001)
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, Essential 8)
• Ability to provide expert advice and influence outcomes in complex environments
• Strong understanding of cyber security risks, controls and best practices
• Proven ability to interpret legislation, standards and regulatory obligations
• Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to stay current with emerging threats, technologies and industry changes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to manage risk and controls

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.

We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:

• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Natural Disaster Leave
• Annual wage progression
• Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities
• Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
• Employee Assistance Program
• The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.

Contact Email: hr_[email protected]

How To Apply

Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.

For Further Information Review The Position Description.

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact hr_[email protected] or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.

Attachments

• Cyber Security Governance Assurance Specialist_PD.pdf