Specialist Cyber Security Operations

Permanent Full Time, 38hr week- Generous Salary + Salary Packaging options, including novated leases- Location: Fortitude Valley with flexible and hybrid working arrangements

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There's no life without water, and at Urban Utilities, we live and breathe that knowledge every single day. Our passion drives us to leverage digital innovation and technology to revolutionize the water industry. Join us in shaping our digital future, making a lasting impact, and transforming our teams. And it's why we need people like YOU. Come and shape our future with us and make a real and lasting impact across our teams.

Your opportunity:
Our Digital & Information group have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Specialist Cyber Security Operations to join their team.

Digital & Information is responsible for driving the Urban Utilities’ digital vision in partnership with the Urban Utilities business and includes information, communication and technology (ICT) environment, ICT strategy, as well as the investment, business engagement, innovation and delivery of the existing ICT function.

The Specialist Cyber Security Operations is responsible for building risk-based cyber security controls and handling cyber security operations to protect Urban Utilities from current and emerging cyber security threats. This is to be achieved by partnering across the Urban Utilities business and with third-party security providers. The role is responsible for ensuring cyber security incidents, vulnerabilities, threats and risks are detected, managed, investigated and resolved as per Urban Utilities processes.

About you:
- Tertiary qualifications or degree in technology, engineering, or related fields, or equivalent experience with certifications in Cyber/Microsoft security tools preferred.- Proven experience in IT/Cybersecurity with in-depth knowledge of cybersecurity practices, SCADA systems, IT networks, and communications.- Solid experience working within the Utility Industries (Water or Electricity) at a fully competent level.- Demonstrated experience collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, including cyber security, SCADA systems, IT networks, and communications, at a fully competent level.- Strong working knowledge of relevant frameworks and legislation such as the SOCI Act, Essential 8, ITIL, privacy legislation, ISO2700x, NIST CSF, and IEC 62443.- Expertise in Microsoft identity and security tools.- Experience in planning, managing, and organizing resources within short to medium timescales, aligned with overall policy frameworks.

Why Urban Utilities?

At Urban Utilities, the work we do is about so much more than the bottom line. We're a leading provider of world-class drinking water and wastewater services to the vibrant communities of Brisbane, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Somerset, and Scenic Rim. As we continue to grow, we're committed to planning ahead and shaping a sustainable future around water for generations to come.

At the core of our work lies genuine care: for our team, our customers, communities, and the environment. From the flush of a toilet to major infrastructure projects and residential developments, we're dedicated to being there every step of the way.

Our HQ is in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, but you'll find us all over SEQ - working in cool places like the SAS Laboratory in Darra, field-based depots in Eagle Farm, Acacia Ridge, Bundamba, and wastewater treatment plants dotted across the region.

We know the chance to thrive, and progress comes hand in hand with the support to balance work with life. So, you’ll access an increasingly diverse range of benefits and initiatives that’ll help you bring the best you. Speaking of which, here’s just a sample of the benefits we offer our team:
- Flexibility at UU depends on the type of work you do but could include options such as, 9-day fortnights and flexible days. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you- 18 weeks of paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave including two proactive wellbeing days, and an additional day of leave each year to connect with friends and family- Generous Salary Packaging options, including novated leases- Corporate discounts across Health insurance, technology and more- Urban Utilities is an endorsed employer for all women. See our range of benefits and policies directly at- WORK180 Visit our website to learn more about us at

How to apply

Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a Pre-employment medical, which may include Drug and Alcohol testing, as well as other background checks as part of the recruitment process for this role.

For further information please contact our Talent team at

Advertising Closes 23rd October 2024