Design Team Lead

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 137951

Location

ACT 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time / Part-time 

Classification

Executive Level 1 - $115,443.00 and $134,865.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Pragya Agarwal on 0434 031 834 or pragya.agarwal@homeaffairs.gov.au  

Office Arrangements

Flexible  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 27/05/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position/s. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

GM Technology & Major Cap Group | Cyber Risk Services | Cyber Risk Services | Identity Management & Access Control

The Identity Management & Access Control section provides a centrally controlled and distributed enterprise-wide identity and access management capability that enhances the security of the departmental ICT environment. 
The section also ensures that the right staff have access to the right information at the right time to make the right decisions, that access to all departmental ICT resources is appropriately controlled, and individual users can be held accountable for all actions they undertake within the enterprise ICT environment. 
The section supports and manages the access of over 30,000 internal accounts (Departmental staff, other government agencies, ministerial staff, external service providers) and 18 million external clients.

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force.

Our ideal candidate

• At least 3 years' experience designing IAM solutions
• At least 2 years' experience in a leadership role within the system design area with project management methodologies
• At least 2 years' experience with Single Sign On (SSO) technologies
• Experience with software development fundamentals, business domain data models and business processes
• Thorough understanding of Federated SSO technologies.

Duties and responsibilities

• Management and co-ordination of design resources working with Project and Delivery Manager
• Providing estimates for the design effort for changes to existing applications and new applications
• Contributing to quality assurance practices and systems and work with IMAC Director and Project/Business Delivery Manager to prioritise and schedule work packages submitted to IMAC
• Implementation of the Solution architecture standards (including design, development & unit testing standards)
• Providing inputs, leading discussions and engagements with Enterprise and Security Architecture and solution architects to articulate and represent IMAC technical solutions into delivering broader departmental goals.

Additional information

• Relevant certificates such as Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information (CISSP) would be an advantage
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships, credibility and personal networks between the technology development function and business units
• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundation/Understanding of ITIL practices
• The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF) certification or equivalent architecture framework 
• Thorough Knowledge and experience with Microsoft and IBM IAM product suite.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 27/05/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 137951 in the document footer.

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.
 

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

• ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
• Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
   

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Technical assistance

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

Notes

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.