IT Security Manager

XENON is an Australian leader in high performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure solutions that accelerate innovation across a range of industries by powering data-driven decision making. We are seeking IT Security Manager, Melbourne based, to lead our IT operations, safeguard our systems, and drive innovation in a fast-paced, forward-thinking organization. Join us to make a real impact by ensuring the security and efficiency of our technology infrastructure while contributing to cutting-edge customer projects

What You'll Do

1. Lead IT Operations:
    Manage and optimize IT systems across hybrid Microsoft/M365, Mac, and Linux environments, ensuring high performance and reliability of hardware, software, and networks.
2. Master Microsoft Suite:
    Administer and enhance tools like Office 365, Teams, SharePoint, and Azure AD to boost productivity and collaboration.
3. Strengthen Cybersecurity:
    Develop and implement robust security policies, protect against threats, and ensure compliance with the Essential 8 framework and standards like ISO 27001.
4. Implement Essential 8:
    Drive the adoption and maintenance of the Essential 8 framework across hybrid Microsoft/M365, Mac, and Linux environments to ensure robust cybersecurity
5. Guide Your Team:
    Mentor and inspire the ICT team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
6. Drive Strategic Initiatives:
    Partner with leadership to create IT and cybersecurity strategies, manage budgets, and oversee technology roadmaps.
7. Respond to Incidents:
    Lead cybersecurity incident response, from detection to recovery, with thorough documentation.
8. Manage Vendors:
    Negotiate with vendors to secure cost-effective, reliable IT and security solutions.

9. Customer Projects:
    When and where possible, contribute to:

10. Consulting with internal teams on project proposals, focusing on security aspects of high-end HPC and AI cluster solutions.

11. Consulting with customers on security for HPC and AI cluster solutions.
12. Managing deployment, implementation, and configuration of networks, switches, firewalls, and other infrastructure in customer projects.

What We're Looking For

1. Education:
    Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Master's degree or certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator) a plus.

2. Experience:

3. 7+ years in IT, with 3+ years in a leadership role.

4. Extensive experience managing, protecting, and securing hybrid Microsoft/M365, Mac, and Linux environments.
5. Proven expertise in implementing the Essential 8 framework in hybrid environments.
6. Experience with cybersecurity frameworks, tools, and protocols (firewalls, SIEM, endpoint protection).
7. (Preferred) Experience consulting on or deploying security for high-end HPC and AI cluster solutions, including network, switch, and firewall configuration.

Skills:

• Deep knowledge of cybersecurity principles (threat analysis, encryption, vulnerability management).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and cloud platforms (Azure, Intune) in hybrid environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

On Offer:

• Excellent remuneration for the right candidate +with unlimited earning potential
• Full-time role
• Great work/life culture
• Involvement with an Industry and thought leader.
• Work with cutting edge technology.

Diversity and Inclusion

XENON is committed to creating a diverse environment that embraces differences and fosters inclusion.

Equal Opportunity

XENON is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly committed to all policies which will afford equal opportunity employment to all qualified persons without regard to age, national origin, race, ethnicity, creed, gender, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.