Security and IT Manager – LE4 – DFAT – Athens 
Location: Athens
Close date: 23/09/2025

The Australian Embassy, Athens is seeking a Security and IT Manager.

The Security and IT Manager supports the Post Security Officer (PSO) by managing practical aspects of security, liaising with operational Greek Police and other relevant security agencies and monitoring security developments in Greece, Bulgaria and Romania. The role manages security systems and ICT equipment asset stocktakes, upgrades and audit responsibilities. This position also performs the role of a Local Area Network Administrator (LANA) and provides ICT support to users within the Australian Embassy, Athens, including ensuring business continuity in a crisis.

The key responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Under the direction of the PSO and Senior Administrative Officer (SAO), manage the Embassy’s guarding and other security contracts, including the initial approach to market, preparing contracts and monitoring performance.
• Prepare advice for dissemination to the public on relevant security issues including those arising at the Embassy premises.
• Manage practical aspects of the response to security incidents in close liaison with the PSO.
• Monitor and provide timely advice on security developments in Greece, Bulgaria and Romania and how they relate to Australian interests, in close liaison with the Deputy Head of Mission (DHOM) and other staff as appropriate.
• Maintain and manage security systems across Embassy facilities including controlled areas in the Embassy premises and residences, coordinating with building management on security issues and incident response.
• Coordinate and liaise with local and other security partners to inform risk assessments, report incidents to DFAT Canberra and lead the implementation of security upgrades as required.
• Undertake Local Area Network Administrator (LANA) duties including maintenance of the telephone system, user accounts and connection issues in conjunction with DFAT Canberra and the Regional Technical Officer as appropriate.
• Oversee and support all ICT infrastructure and systems including hardware, software, security and communications while providing staff training and responsive support to ensure operational continuity during crises.
• Manage the full lifecycle of ICT assets including procurement, disposal and inventory control, preparing financial reports and maintaining vendor and customer account records as required.
• Provide technical and logistical support for visiting officials and assist with event preparation and management.
• Update and technically maintain the Embassy website and complete other duties as required.