Director, Security Operations & Preparedness

Parliament Of Australia; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive remuneration

Free on-site parking

Free gym membership

Childcare (pending availability)

Banking services

Post office

Value-for-money dining options

Job summary

The Parliament of Australia seeks an experienced and resilient leader to oversee Security Operations at Parliamentary Executive Level 1. You will lead the PSOR and coordinate emergency management across APH, setting direction and ensuring integrated security and preparedness.

This role requires strategic thinking, strong judgement under pressure, and the ability to translate lessons from incidents into practical improvements while upholding Parliamentary Service values.

Qualifications

• Proven capability leading operational teams or specialist functions, setting clear direction and delivering outcomes through others.
• Ability to remain composed, assess complex information and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Experience designing, coordinating and evaluating exercises, training and after-action reviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Security Operations Room (PSOR) and emergency management capability across APH.
• Set direction, priorities and standards for integrated security and emergency management arrangements.
• Lead reform initiatives and drive continuous improvement and sustainable change.
• Provide clear, authoritative advice to senior stakeholders during incidents and in business-as-usual contexts.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Exercise design

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Parliamentary values

Education

Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management)

Job description

The Parliament of Australia seeks an experienced and resilient leader to oversee Security Operations at Parliamentary Executive Level 1. You will lead the PSOR and coordinate emergency management across APH, setting direction and ensuring integrated security and preparedness.

This role requires strategic thinking, strong judgement under pressure, and the ability to translate lessons from incidents into practical improvements while upholding Parliamentary Service values.