Senior Manager Cyber Security & Business Systems, Clerk Grade 11/12, Wollongong

• Work in a volunteer-based agency supporting communities of NSW
• Full time ongoing role
• Location: Wollongong opportunity to enjoy a hybrid working arrangement

About the opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced manager to join the ICT Directorate and lead the teams responsible for NSW SES core business systems and cyber security. You will provide technical management and support for NSW SES cyber security tools and governance, SAP systems and other associated IT applications supporting HR, Finance, Training and Procurement.

About the NSW SES

Our Mission: NSW SES saving lives and creating safer communities.
Our Vision: A trusted volunteer-based emergency service, working together to deliver excellence in community preparedness and emergency response.

The NSW SES serves the community as the lead agency for Floods, Storms and Tsunamis. We are recognised as the most versatile and widely used emergency service organisation in NSW.  Our volunteers are highly skilled, experienced, and well- trained in the wide variety of roles they perform.

With over 10,000 volunteers we are committed to protecting and supporting the diverse communities of NSW. Learn more here

About you

To be successful in this role you will:

• Relevant tertiary qualification(s) in IT or related field and/or equivalent relevant industry knowledge and experience
• Demonstrated high level experience in leading, delivering and/or implementing an ERP solution (SAP – FICO, EAM or HR preferred) in a medium size organisation
• Demonstrated high level experience in leading, delivering and/or implementing a cyber security practice
• Thorough knowledge of AIIMS principles and processes, and/or willingness to obtain competence within 12 months
• Must be willing to undergo a criminal background check every three years as a condition of employment.

What we can offer you 

• You will enjoy a 35-hour work week, with the potential for flexible work arrangements.
• You can enjoy a hybrid work environment, time in the office and time working from home.
• Attractive salary range of $149,739 to $173,174 plus 12% superannuation and leave loading  (find these figures in the salary spreadsheet)
• Our work is meaningful and rewarding. The SES’s mission is saving lives and creating safer communities and you can be an important part of our work.
• We have attractive leave entitlements including parental, sick, flex and recreation leave.
• We care about our people. We have Mental Health & Wellbeing programs and services to support our people and operational and leadership training and development opportunities to develop our people. Some of these include:
• Fitness Passport
• LinkedIn Learning
• Member Assist Program for free confidential counselling support
• Flu vaccine program.

You Belong Here

• We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
• We want our people to reflect the diverse community we serve and are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible workplace. We want to know what this looks like for you so we can support your success at work.
• If you require reasonable adjustments, we are committed to supporting you throughout  the recruitment processes and in the workplace, If you feel you may require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@ses.nsw.gov.au for confidential advice on options.

How to apply 

Your application should include as separate attachments:

• A cover letter (maximum of two pages) briefly responding to the essential requirements and outlining your skills and suitability to the role.  
• An up-to-date resume of no more than four pages detailing your skills and experience relevant to the role.

Want to know more?

If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Kailee Cross at kailee.cross@ses.nsw.gov.au.

The role description is available here.

Talent Pool

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next 18 months. Further information here

Applications close: 11:55pm Tuesday 30^th June 2026