Description

You will provide expert OT cybersecurity guidance to site engineering and control system teams, build strong relationships to drive security initiatives, and lead proactive defence and response strategies based on threat intelligence. The position also delivers third‑level support for major OT incidents, monitors the effectiveness of security controls, and maintains dashboards, metrics and documentation. As a subject‑matter expert you will influence OT architecture and solution development.

• Provide OT cybersecurity guidance to engineering and control system teams.
• Build relationships to influence and implement OT security initiatives.
• Lead proactive defense and response strategies based on threat intelligence.
• Deliver third‑level support for major OT cybersecurity incidents.
• Monitor and assess OT security controls, recommending improvements.
• Maintain dashboards, metrics, and documentation for visibility.
• Act as subject‑matter expert for OT architecture and solution development.
• Collaborate across Cybersecurity, IT, and operational teams.

Requirements

We are seeking a skilled and proactive OT Cybersecurity Engineer to lead and support the protection of our operational technology environments. The role guides business and technology stakeholders in identifying and managing cybersecurity risks specific to industrial systems and critical infrastructure. It involves developing and enforcing OT‑specific policies, sharing threat intelligence, and promoting awareness of cybersecurity best practices.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant tertiary qualification in Operational Technology (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics) or Information Technology with practical OT experience. You must be able to collaborate across Cybersecurity, IT and operational teams, possess solid understanding of OT/ICS protocols, SCADA, PLCs and Windows/Linux environments, and have experience with network security controls, access management and SIEM technologies. Familiarity with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, AESCSF or IEC 62443 and scripting skills in Python, PowerShell or SQL are highly valued.

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification in OT (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics) or IT with OT experience.
• Understand OT/ICS protocols, SCADA, PLC systems, and Windows/Linux environments.
• Experience with network security controls, access management, and SIEM in OT settings.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, AESCSF, IEC 62443 frameworks; scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, SQL) valued.

Benefits

Join the change. Electrify your future! We've been proudly Australian since 1837, continuously innovating in energy and essential services. Today we are moving toward a sustainable future through electrification and renewable investment, offering opportunities for on‑site, office or hybrid work in a culture that values inclusivity, respect and learning.

AGL offers flexible working options, staff discounts on energy, telco and solar plans, 20 weeks paid parental leave, additional ‘Recharge’ leave and salary‑sacrifice opportunities, as well as wellbeing programs and a share reward plan. We are committed to diversity and welcome applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds and the LGBTQ+ community, providing reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment. The role is based in Docklands, VIC and is part of the Information Technology – Internet‑Based family.

• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
• Staff discounts on energy, telco, and solar plans for employees, families, and friends.
• 20 weeks paid parental leave plus employer‑paid super on unpaid leave.
• Additional ‘Recharge’ leave week and salary‑sacrifice options for extra leave.
• Wellbeing programs with Medibank, Fitness Passport, and on‑site health services.
• Share reward plan: up to $1,000 annual shares and salary‑sacrifice up to $5,000.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance