Identity and Access Management and Data Protection Manager

1 week ago

Southbank, Victoria, Australia AusNet Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year
  • Lead the Charge
  • Step into a strategic leadership role where you'll own and shape the IAM and Data Protection strategy reporting to the CISO.
  • Make a National Impact
  • Be the guardian of Australia's critical energy infrastructure.

Lead the Charge in Safeguarding Australia's Energy Future

Are you ready to make a real impact? AusNet is looking for an IAM & Data Protection Manager to secure critical infrastructure, protect sensitive data, and help power a smarter, safer energy future for millions of Australians. This is your chance to shape the future of cybersecurity at the heart of the nation's energy system.

Why you'll love this role

This isn't just another cybersecurity role. As the driving force behind AusNet's Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Data Protection strategy, you'll safeguard thousands of users, fortify critical systems, and shape the security posture of Australia's energy future. Expect high impact, high visibility, and high reward with the full backing of leadership to innovate, build, and lead in a fast-evolving sector.

You'll get to:

  • Lead strategy execution and operations, and a passionate team to deliver IAM & Data Protection services, continuously reducing evolving risks and strengthening our security posture.
  • Lead team to mature solutions across IAM, PAM, SSO, MFA, RBAC, DLP, encryption, and data classification.
  • Keep us compliant with AESCSF, the Australian Privacy Act, and other frameworks.
  • Collaborate with great people across HR, Legal, Procurement, market operator, and key regulators to drive security outcomes that matter.
  • Champion a strong security culture with training and awareness programs.

What you'll bring

  • 10+ years in cybersecurity, with deep expertise in IAM, data protection, and compliance.
  • Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams and delivering strategic outcomes.
  • Strong understanding of Australian regulatory frameworks and energy sector standards.
  • Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, and platform-specific credentials are highly regarded.
  • A collaborative mindset, strategic vision, and hands-on approach to delivery.
  • You know what good look like and you are able to inspire and lead a team to deliver continuous improvement.

We will not be engaging with Recruitment agencies for this role, so please apply directly

A real place to belong.

We celebrate unique voices, refreshing perspectives and diversity in our team. Engage and connect through our social club, family day, wide range of events or by joining one of our Employee Network Groups.

We believe in more than just competitive pay. Here's what sets us apart:

  • Flexibility
    : whether this is hybrid work, flexible hours, or part time arrangements, we'll work with you to help balance work and life.
  • Leave:
    more than typical personal leave and a generous 14 weeks of paid parental leave, with no minimum service.
  • Community giving:
    a paid day to volunteer with our social impact partner, Foodbank, or for a cause that matters to you.
  • Perks:
    we offer all the other perks you've come to expect like purchased leave, income protection insurance, novated leasing, corporate discounts, private health cover discounts and more.

As an industry in transformation, we're excited by the possibilities ahead.

So, if you're passionate about our purpose and committed to making real progress, bring your energy and join AusNet. Together, we can shape a new way forward.

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