Director of ICT
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
K12
Closing date
6 October 2026
Posted 1 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
423.8
286.9 teaching · 136.9 non-teaching
Students per teacher
10.2:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
2,913
Language other than English
33%
Girls vs boys
1,441 girls · 1,472 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Are you an experienced technology leader who can combine strategic vision with operational excellence?
Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School (PEGS) is seeking an accomplished Director of ICT to provide strategic and operational leadership across the School’s technology environment.
Commencing in January 2027, this senior leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of ICT within a large, multi-campus school and support informed, secure and sustainable technology decisions.
Reporting to the Director of Business and Finance, you will lead the governance, security, reliability and continuous improvement of the School’s ICT infrastructure, enterprise systems, digital platforms, data management and service delivery, ensuring staff, students and families are supported by secure, reliable and fit-for-purpose technology solutions.
As a key member of the School’s leadership team, you will develop and deliver an ICT strategy and technology roadmap, ensuring technology investments align with the School’s strategic priorities. You will provide trusted advice to senior leaders on cybersecurity, privacy, technology risk, digital transformation, investment, and emerging technologies.
The Successful Candidate
You will bring:
- Demonstrated senior ICT leadership experience leading ICT functions, teams and technology projects
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and industry certifications
- Strong strategic planning, governance and risk management capabilities
- Experience overseeing cybersecurity, privacy and business continuity frameworks
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and com…