Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $142,790 - $166,938

Grade: PoV6

Occupation: Security

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/002911

The Department of Parliamentary Services delivers impartial, professional and innovative services to support Victoria’s elected representatives, the democratic process and the Parliament as an institution.
Our team members are the key to our success and bring new and innovative responses to issues and challenges we face in our work in the delivery of quality services to support the work of the Parliament.

SENIOR SECURITY SPECIALIST

THE DEPARTMENT OF PARLIAMENTARY SERVICES

- PoV Grade 6.1 ($142,790 - $166,938) + 12% superannuation
- Ongoing, full-time opportunity
- Work in a unique environment supporting the Parliament of Victoria, Members and visitors

About the role

The Department of Parliamentary Services is seeking a Senior Security Specialist to play a key role in ensuring the design and implementation of a protective security environment for the Parliament of Victoria.

Working across security governance, risk management and protective security, you will lead the development and continuous improvement of security frameworks, risk registers and assurance activities that support informed decision-making and organisational resilience. You will provide expert advice on threats, vulnerabilities and emerging risks, helping to strengthen the organisation's security capability and preparedness.

You will also contribute to incident management and response activities, oversee the ongoing effectiveness of physical and electronic security controls, and work closely with stakeholders to deliver a coordinated approach to protective security across the parliamentary workplace.

About you

You are an experienced security professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys balancing strategic thinking with practical security outcomes.





- Proven experience leading security risk management, governance or protective security activities within a large or complex organisation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess threats, vulnerabilities and emerging risks and provide clear, evidence-based advice to senior stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience building effective stakeholder relationships and driving continuous improvement across security frameworks, systems and operational practices.

Why join us?

Through our commitment to diversity and equality, we are actively engaged in promoting and maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment where all employees are respected, valued and supported. We seek to recruit the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background.

We offer adaptable work, come to the iconic heritage listed Parliament House building or our adjacent modern offices and collaborate with the team one day, work from home the next.

We understand that your health and wellbeing are integral to your success and have a range of benefits to ensure your physical and mental health are supported. These include access to health and wellbeing initiatives.

Your professional development is significant to us. That's why we have a dedicated learning and development framework, along with development programs and targeted in-house training to support your professional growth.





When you excel at your work and initiate creative solutions or go above and beyond to demonstrate our values, you will be recognised for your efforts through our reward and recognition program.

For more information about a career with us, visit our website.

How to apply

Using the "Apply Now" button, please include your resume and a brief cover letter (1-2 pages) broadly outlining your experience and how it directly relates to the position.

Applications close: Sunday, 6 September 2026

The process from here

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview conducted by a selection panel. This interview may take place in our offices located in the Melbourne CB D or online.

Accessibility

If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact our Recruitment Team via email [email protected] or on (03) 8682 2842

Privacy Collection Notice

The Parliament of Victoria and the parliamentary departments are committed to protecting your privacy. Personal information is handled in accordance with the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic) (PDP Act) and other relevant legislation.

This privacy collection notice applies to our recruitment activities. It explains what information is collected when you apply for employment with a parliamentary department. It may be updated from time to time.

Child Safe Standards

The parliamentary departments are committed to upholding the Victorian Child Safe Standards and the protections afforded to children in the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005. We are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal children, the cultural safety of children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, and to providing a safe environment for children with a disability.

Applications close Sunday 6 September 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

25 August 2026

📌 Senior Security Specialist (Melbourne)
🏢 Victorian Government
📍 Melbourne