Security Systems Officer

Campus Development & Services | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs Professional Level 6, $92,964 – $100,603 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation Full-time, ongoing appointment The Opportunity Are you ready to support a safe, welcoming, and vibrant university community? As our Security Systems Officer – Physical Security, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and optimising UniSC’s physical security systems across all campuses. In this hands‑on role, you will work closely with the Coordinator, Security to ensure the reliable performance of UniSC’s Gallagher access control, Avigilon CCTV, and associated physical security technologies. You will coordinate maintenance contractors, oversee hard key management, and support campus users through training and operational guidance. This is an opportunity to apply your technical experience within a supportive team, contributing directly to the safety and experience of staff, students, and visitors. For more information on Campus Development & Services, please visit us online: Campus Development and Services. You will maintain and administer UniSC’s Gallagher access control, Avigilon CCTV, and related physical security systems to ensure consistent and reliable operation; coordinate hard key management, contractor performance, and scheduled maintenance to support high-quality service delivery and compliance; and deliver training and operational support to system users, contributing to a culture of safety, awareness, and continuous improvement. About you You are a practical, solutions-focused professional with experience working on physical security systems in operational environments. You have strong attention to detail, can confidently troubleshoot system issues, and enjoy working collaboratively with security staff, contractors, and campus stakeholders. You will possess: relevant qualifications or an equivalent combination of experience and training in electronic security systems or physical security infrastructure; demonstrated hands‑on experience with Gallagher access control and Avigilon CCTV systems, or comparable platforms; experience with hard key management, physical security hardware, and an understanding of CPTED principles; strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to optimise system performance and support campus security operations; excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to support and train internal users; and an understanding of privacy, data protection, and physical security compliance within public or higher‑education environments. Desirable: current Security Licence (Class 2 or equivalent) and/or Certificate III in Security Operations; and current Advanced First Aid, CPR and AED certification. UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact or call +61 7 5430 2830. UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia. All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC. Applications for this position close midnight, Tuesday 25 November 2025. Your completed application must include: a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description. Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team. UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life. Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact: Rick LiddyManager, Security Services – Campus Development and ServicesTelephone: 07 5456 5141Email: Discover UniSC #J-18808-Ljbffr