Junior Developer

Role: Junior Developer Role type: 2 Year Fixed Term ContractSalary: DCS clerk grade 5/6, annual base salary starting at $99,938 plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loadingLocation: Sydney About Us: The Department of Customer Service (DCS) is transforming the way NSW Government agencies interact with its customers. We aim at putting the customers at the centre of everything we do and adopting new technologies to make government work better. DCS is a service provider and regulator, focusing on delivering first-class customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform to create better outcomes for the people of NSW. About the Role:

Cyber Security NSW is looking for a Junior Developer to join the Capability and Development Team in Sydney. We're seeking individuals with a background in software development, cyber security, or related fields who are eager to work in a collaborative, high-impact environment. As a member of the team, you'll work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to design and deliver innovative solutions across a broad range of cybersecurity objectives. Our work spans: Incident management softwareData and information management systemsData processing and analysis toolsAutomation solutionsOther mission-critical systems relevant to government environments Key Accountabilities:

Develop robust and secure software platforms with an immediate focus on Python and React to enhance and empower the Cyber Security teamParticipate in consultations with stakeholders to assist in identifying business functions, objectives, and outputsContribute to the creation of design documentation which outlines the technical specifications of a solutionPerform code reviews and analysisWork as part of a small team with regular verbal and written communicationConduct manual and automated software testingProvide support, documentation, and assistance in handing over software solutions to BAURecommend, and assist in the implementation, customisation, configuration and support of COTS software and bespoke platformsUpdate and support existing platforms and software About Cyber Security NSW Branch:

The Cyber Security NSW is a whole-of-government function located within Digital. NSW in the Department of Customer Service. We are responsible for ensuring a cyber safe NSW. The protection of our systems and digital information is vital because of the many essential services NSW Government provides including health, emergency services, and transport. Furthermore, the exciting digital transformation being undertaken across NSW Government requires similarly enhanced cyber security capabilities. At the centre of this exciting and growing cyber capability, Cyber Security NSW is working across NSW Government to:

Create a whole-of-government integrated approach to managing cyber risk and responding to cyber security threatsIncrease cyber skills and awarenessUnderstand the risks from cyber threats to our digital information and systemsSet cyber security standardsEnsure we are prepared if a damaging cyber incident occurs About You (Essential Requirements of the Role): To be successful in the role you will:

Software development experience, proficient in one or more modern programming languages, especially Python and React (Django experience is highly desirable)With an attention to detail, you strive for the best quality code; adopting best practice/style guides that encourage clean and readable code with particular attention to reusability, extensibility, maintainability, scalability, and security, often going out of your way to find the best solution possibleAs part of Cyber Security NSW, you are security minded; you have a passion for security by design and enabling security engineering as a conceptDemonstrable interest in learning new languages, approaches, and methodsMust have Australian citizenship with (or willing and able to obtain and maintain) Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance (Australian permanent residents or visa holders are not eligible)You will have strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate, train and work with non-technical users; you take initiative, are able to manage yourself, and have a can-do approachApplying for the role:

A one page covering letter which addresses the above responsibilities and includes a response to the following questions: Outline a software development project you have worked on. Describe the part you played, what went well, and what challenges you facedA resume at a maximum of two pages which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to this role. A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process to fill future ongoing and temporary opportunities. Please click here to view the role description for more information.

Salary Grade 5/6, with the base salary for this role starting at 99,938 base plus superannuation Click Here to access the Role Description. Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description. Closing Date: 5th of August 10am Careers at Department of Customer ServiceA career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW.

We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state. Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives. You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.

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