Shape how technology, cyber security and innovation enable better outcomes for our organisation and community. This is a rare opportunity to lead Council’s strategic digital agenda, influence executive decision-making and drive transformation at scale.

What you’ll be doing

  • Lead Council’s digital strategy and technology roadmap, aligning investment and priorities with organisational goals.
  • Provide expert advice to executive leaders on cyber security, emerging technologies, digital opportunities and risk.
  • Drive digital transformation initiatives that improve services, systems and organisational capability.
  • Lead Council’s strategic approach to cyber resilience, governance and security-by-design.
  • Identify, evaluate and champion innovation opportunities, including artificial intelligence and automation.
  • Build strong partnerships across the organisation to deliver sustainable, technology-enabled change.

What you’ll bring

  • Experience leading digital strategy, technology planning or transformation programs in a complex organisation.
  • Strong understanding of cyber security, digital technologies and emerging trends, including AI.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop strategic plans, business cases and investment proposals.
  • Experience providing trusted advice and influencing senior leaders and key stakeholders.
  • Tertiary qualifications in information technology, cyber security, digital transformation, business or a related field.
  • National police check certificate dated within 6 months prior to commencement.

Why you’ll love working with us

We care about your wellbeing and work–life balance. Enjoy a central location, leave loading, purchased leave options, and staff perks like flu shots, skin check reimbursement, EAP counselling, and training opportunities.

Ready to apply?

Apply Now and include:
• your current resume
• a 1-2 page cover letter outlining your experience, skills, and suitability for the role.

Important: Applications submitted directly through SEEK won’t be considered. Please lodge your application here.

For a confidential conversation, contact Nikki Curtin (Head of People, Safety and Culture) on ncurtin@ccc.tas.gov.au or 6217 9642.

Position Description

Download the position description here: Lead Strategic Cyber & Digital Transformation.

Our commitment to our community

We’re dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and we actively support their participation as valued members of our community.

Council has zero tolerance for child or youth abuse and harm. We prioritise safety in every interaction and report any conduct of concern. You can read more in our Safeguarding Children and Youth Policy and Code of Conduct.

To be offered this position, you’ll need to complete and satisfactorily pass a pre-employment assessment process. This includes (but isn’t limited to) a WWVP check, conviction checks, identification checks, and checks relating to any prior disciplinary action.

We’re also an equal opportunity employer and a smoke-free workplace. Please note that random alcohol and drug testing forms part of employment with Clarence City Council.

Applications close at 9.00am on Wednesday, 25 November 2026.

Applications Open
Permanent/full-time
Base salary between $129,258.63 and $150,574.95 (depending on skills and experience) + 13.5% superannuation
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