Senior Director - Technology Operations

Closes: 02 April 2026 Classification: Senior Information Technology Officer Grade A Salary: $172,246 plus superannuation Position No: 49909,Several Directorate: Digital Canberra Advertised (Gazettal date): 20 March 2026 Contact Officer: Tara Searle on Tara.Searle@act.gov.au or (02) 5124 9000 Details: These roles provide senior strategic leadership within the Technology Operations Branch, with accountability for the stewardship, governance and performance of critical technology services supporting the ACT public sector. Senior Directors lead complex, enterprise‑wide functions that enable the effective planning, delivery, integration and continuous improvement of technology services, including oversight of service performance, vendor management, commercial and financial management, risk and compliance, WHS and organisational assurance activities. Working under the direction of the Executive Branch Manager, Senior Directors provide authoritative advice to executives and stakeholders, foster strong partnerships across government and with external providers, lead high performing technical and non-technical teams and ensure technology services are delivered in a manner that is efficient, sustainable, transparent and aligned with whole‑of‑government priorities, including the Digital Health Strategy and Digital Canberra agenda. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/ Other Requirements

• Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
• Familiarity with ACT Government or public sector operating environments is highly desirable.

Note: The position requires the successful applicant to be an Australian citizen and possess, or acquire and maintain a security clearance at the Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) level as an eligibility qualification for the position. If screening is not successful, your employment will not commence or, if already commenced, your employment will be reassessed. How to Apply: Please submit:

• A two-page written response addressing all Professional, Technical Skills and Behavioural Capabilities.
• A current curriculum vitae with the names and contact details of two referees (one should be a current Supervisor/Manager).

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now Button Below. Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service. Digital Canberra Digital Canberra was established on the 1 July 2025, amalgamating positions which previously were advertised under Chief Ministers and Economic Development Directorate and ACT Health Directorate.