We currently have a wonderful opportunity for a Senior Cyber Security Operations Specialist at our Perth Head Office, on a permanent, full-time basis.  

This is a unique and exciting time to be a part of the Cyber Security Function at Western Power. We are at the forefront of the energy transition in leveraging existing and new technologies, including microgrid, stand-alone power systems (SPS), battery storage solutions and incorporating increased levels of renewable energy such as roof top solar into the energy system. We're transforming the electricity network ensuring a cleaner, brighter and more resilient energy supply for the next generation. 

We're also working hard on enabling the decarbonisation of the energy system by converting more of our energy consumption to electricity, including electric vehicles (EVs) as well as other initiatives to enable industry sectors to reduce emissions by making the switch. 

This is your chance to be part of securing Western Australia’s critical infrastructure – safeguarding our journey to a greener, more sustainable energy future. We are looking for experienced cyber security professionals who are passionate about protecting the safe & reliable supply of electricity to the West Australian community. This is an opportunity to work in a forward-thinking environment that is accelerating the adoption of innovative digital capabilities to deliver on strategic objectives.

About this role:

The Cyber Security Operations Team plays a key role in overseeing, delivering and continuously improving our cyber security capabilities, including; incident response, security monitoring, threat intelligence, and security tool management. Governing, operating and improving these controls will have a direct impact on securing Western Australia’s critical infrastructure as we embark on a once-in-a generation energy transition.

Our Cyber Security Function has been established to provide whole-of-business leadership in maturing our cyber security capabilities, including within Operational Technology (“OT”) environments. We’re laser focused on managing the key cyber security risks to the organisation – by ensuring highly effective key controls and practices are in place to bolster our ability to detect and respond to cyber threats.

As a Senior Cyber Security Operations Specialist you will:

• Be required to provide subject matter expertise across our cyber security operations capabilities as part of a cross-functional and service provider enabled team; specifically within the domains of Detection and Response.

• Be responsible for providing technical leadership and overseeing the successful delivery and continuous improvement of cyber security capabilities and managed cyber security services.