Job Description
Business Enabling Services Group / ICT (BES) Division / Government Digital and Network Services (BES/ICTD) Branch
APS 6 ($101,355 - $123,702) | Ongoing | Full-time
Canberra, ACT
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ABOUT THE TEAM
Government Digital and Network Services (GDNS) delivers ‘whole of government’ digital services and platforms to address the needs of entities. GDNS also develop and support the secure telecommunications and digital collaboration needs of the Australian Government. GDNS is responsible for:
GovCMS which was built by government as a whole-of-government service. GovCMS is available to organisations of any size. It is suitable for websites containing publicly available information up to Official: Sensitive. Using open-source technology (Drupal) on a public cloud platform, GovCMS also provides cyber security protection services.
Directory.gov.au which provides information about government structures, organisations and key people in a single place, making it easier to find and update information. GDNS also manages the back-end application on Salesforce cloud that enables agency updaters to update portfolio information into the Organisations and Appointments Register (OAR).
Intra Commonwealth Optical-fibre Network (ICON), an optical fibre network that links Commonwealth offices throughout Canberra.
Ministerial Communications Network (MCN) which provides secure telecommunications services to all Ministers, Parliamentary Offices, and Agency Heads, in Parliament House and throughout Australia.
Domain Name Administration function which has responsibility for providing registrar services to the Australian Government and state, territory and local governments.
GovDNA is a whole of government system used to support government domain name management
The Service Operations section is a cross-functional team of:
Developers who maintain, release and deploy the GovCMS distribution and provide support for digital services and platforms
Technical engineers that support and maintain cyber protection services for web applications
Security specialists who provide advice and guidance on ICT security and maintain security assurance for digital services managed by the Branch
Domain name administrator
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Government Digital and Network Services (GDNS) is looking for a talented and enthusiastic person who is willing to develop their skills in cyber security and domain name administration.
This role provides operational support for:
Cyber security for digital services managed by the branch, including GovCMS and GovDNA, and,
The Commonwealth Domain Name Administration Function.
GovCMS is an opens source web content management system and hosting platform managed by Finance. Agencies using GovCMS are able to create and manage secure websites cost effectively, in compliance with Australian government standards.
GovDNA is a whole of government system used to support government domain name management.
Some of the duties include:
Providing support to state and territory gov.au domain administrators, and to Australian, state, territory and local government domain registrant contacts.
Providing support and process requests for new .gov.au domains and changes to existing .gov.au domains.
Assisting with configuration changes for .gov.au domains using GovDNA.
Contribute to planning, prioritising and testing of functionality to be included in GovDNA quarterly releases.
Monitoring security advisories for potential vulnerabilities, conducting research into mitigation/actions and coordinating their remediation.
Providing support to internal and external stakeholders on the cyber security matters for digital services managed by GDNS.
Assisting with Web Protection Services comprising DDoS, WAF and Bot Manager.
Assisting with investigating, response and reporting for cyber security incidents.
Maintaining security documentation under the existing security framework.
Supporting GDNS Security Assurance Manager, Government Domain Administrator and Cloud Infrastructure Manager as directed.
Representing the Department of Finance at meetings and working groups and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and service providers.
DETAILED VACANCY INFORMATION
For detailed information about this role, including the job specific capabilities, please refer to the downloadable vacancy pack, which can be accessed by clicking the hyperlink at the bottom of this page.
ELIGIBILITY ADVICE & CANDIDATE NOTES
Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS) unless the Agency Head has agreed otherwise, in writing.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo the process to obtain and maintain, or continue to hold the required security clearance level for the role as indicated in the downloadable job pack. All Finance staff are required to have a minimum baseline security clearance prior to commencement.
We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with Disability, LGBTQI+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged people.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For specific questions relating to this job vacancy (including requests for adjustments), please refer to the details on the contact officer located in the downloadable job pack.
We can provide adjustments, including alternate formats of the application form, to the recruitment process for candidates including individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process (including alternate formats or have an enquiry about the support provided, please contact the Recruitment team via [email protected] or call (02) 6215 1717 between 8:30am - 5:00pm AEST Monday to Friday.
For questions relating to the online lodgement of your application, please email the Recruitment team via [email protected] or call (02) 6215 1717 between 8:30am - 5:00pm AEST Monday to Friday.
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APS 6 ($101,355 - $123,702) | Ongoing | Full-time
Canberra, ACT
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ABOUT THE TEAM
Government Digital and Network Services (GDNS) delivers ‘whole of government’ digital services and platforms to address the needs of entities. GDNS also develop and support the secure telecommunications and digital collaboration needs of the Australian Government. GDNS is responsible for:
GovCMS which was built by government as a whole-of-government service. GovCMS is available to organisations of any size. It is suitable for websites containing publicly available information up to Official: Sensitive. Using open-source technology (Drupal) on a public cloud platform, GovCMS also provides cyber security protection services.
Directory.gov.au which provides information about government structures, organisations and key people in a single place, making it easier to find and update information. GDNS also manages the back-end application on Salesforce cloud that enables agency updaters to update portfolio information into the Organisations and Appointments Register (OAR).
Intra Commonwealth Optical-fibre Network (ICON), an optical fibre network that links Commonwealth offices throughout Canberra.
Ministerial Communications Network (MCN) which provides secure telecommunications services to all Ministers, Parliamentary Offices, and Agency Heads, in Parliament House and throughout Australia.
Domain Name Administration function which has responsibility for providing registrar services to the Australian Government and state, territory and local governments.
GovDNA is a whole of government system used to support government domain name management
The Service Operations section is a cross-functional team of:
Developers who maintain, release and deploy the GovCMS distribution and provide support for digital services and platforms
Technical engineers that support and maintain cyber protection services for web applications
Security specialists who provide advice and guidance on ICT security and maintain security assurance for digital services managed by the Branch
Domain name administrator
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Government Digital and Network Services (GDNS) is looking for a talented and enthusiastic person who is willing to develop their skills in cyber security and domain name administration.
This role provides operational support for:
Cyber security for digital services managed by the branch, including GovCMS and GovDNA, and,
The Commonwealth Domain Name Administration Function.
GovCMS is an opens source web content management system and hosting platform managed by Finance. Agencies using GovCMS are able to create and manage secure websites cost effectively, in compliance with Australian government standards.
GovDNA is a whole of government system used to support government domain name management.
Some of the duties include:
Providing support to state and territory gov.au domain administrators, and to Australian, state, territory and local government domain registrant contacts.
Providing support and process requests for new .gov.au domains and changes to existing .gov.au domains.
Assisting with configuration changes for .gov.au domains using GovDNA.
Contribute to planning, prioritising and testing of functionality to be included in GovDNA quarterly releases.
Monitoring security advisories for potential vulnerabilities, conducting research into mitigation/actions and coordinating their remediation.
Providing support to internal and external stakeholders on the cyber security matters for digital services managed by GDNS.
Assisting with Web Protection Services comprising DDoS, WAF and Bot Manager.
Assisting with investigating, response and reporting for cyber security incidents.
Maintaining security documentation under the existing security framework.
Supporting GDNS Security Assurance Manager, Government Domain Administrator and Cloud Infrastructure Manager as directed.
Representing the Department of Finance at meetings and working groups and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and service providers.
DETAILED VACANCY INFORMATION
For detailed information about this role, including the job specific capabilities, please refer to the downloadable vacancy pack, which can be accessed by clicking the hyperlink at the bottom of this page.
ELIGIBILITY ADVICE & CANDIDATE NOTES
Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS) unless the Agency Head has agreed otherwise, in writing.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo the process to obtain and maintain, or continue to hold the required security clearance level for the role as indicated in the downloadable job pack. All Finance staff are required to have a minimum baseline security clearance prior to commencement.
We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with Disability, LGBTQI+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged people.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For specific questions relating to this job vacancy (including requests for adjustments), please refer to the details on the contact officer located in the downloadable job pack.
We can provide adjustments, including alternate formats of the application form, to the recruitment process for candidates including individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process (including alternate formats or have an enquiry about the support provided, please contact the Recruitment team via [email protected] or call (02) 6215 1717 between 8:30am - 5:00pm AEST Monday to Friday.
For questions relating to the online lodgement of your application, please email the Recruitment team via [email protected] or call (02) 6215 1717 between 8:30am - 5:00pm AEST Monday to Friday.
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The GovDNA & Cyber Security Support Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Canberra offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
