Join the Technology Advisory Board

Published on May 23, 2025

The Town of Melbourne Beach is accepting applications for a new Technology Advisory Board. The mission of the Board is to assist the Town in reviewing technology-related items before the Commission and provide recommendations to the Town Commission and Town Manager.

Desired skillsets for applicants include:

Information Technology (IT)

• Experience with networks, servers, cloud services
• Understanding of cybersecurity protocols
• Knowledge of municipal IT needs and best practices

Cybersecurity

• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Data privacy laws and policies (e.g., NIST, PII)
• Incident response planning

Data Analytics

• Use of data for civic decision-making
• Data governance, privacy, and open data policies
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Software Development and Systems Integration

• Municipal software selection and evaluation
• Website or Graphic design
• Interoperability between systems

Civic Engagement and Communication

• Tools for public feedback and participation (e.g., digital town halls)
• Social media and digital communications strategy
• Transparency tools and dashboards

This board will consist of five (5) members and two (2) alternates, each with a two (2)-year term. Board volunteer applications are available under the Town Clerk section of the Forms & Documents webpage. For any questions, please contact the Town Clerk's office at 321-724-5860.