Description

In this role you will take a technical leadership position in delivering identity and access management services across Essential Energy, ensuring secure, reliable and efficient access to systems and data. You’ll manage authentication controls, Active Directory services, privileged access management and identity governance, while supporting operational needs and uplift of cyber security capabilities. Working closely with Digital Services, project teams and operational stakeholders, you’ll contribute to service improvement, risk reduction and overall security maturity.

The position is temporary until the end of July and can be based anywhere within Essential Energy’s operational footprint. You will be responsible for managing authentication, access controls and identity governance services, overseeing Active Directory domain operations, and managing privileged access management processes and technologies. You will deliver IAM services within agreed service levels, contribute to continuous improvement and risk‑reduction initiatives.

• Manage authentication, access controls and identity governance services.
• Oversee Active Directory domain operations and support related services.
• Manage privileged access management processes and technologies.
• Deliver IAM services within agreed service levels and operational requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, uplift initiatives and risk‑reduction activities.
• Support Active Directory domain services and authentication controls.
• Communicate effectively and engage stakeholders.

Requirements

You are an experienced and technically strong IAM professional who thrives in a dynamic environment where security, service quality and collaboration matter. You take a proactive approach to problem‑solving, communicate clearly with stakeholders, and are motivated to shape a secure, resilient and future‑ready identity and access environment for Essential Energy. A customer‑focused mindset and commitment to continuous improvement underpin your work.

• Demonstrate strong technical capability across identity and access management services.
• Apply strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Understand ISM, PSPF and ISO27001/270 security frameworks.
• Hold an Advanced Diploma in Information Technology, Business, or equivalent experience.

Benefits

Essential Energy offers a broad range of employee benefits through corporate partnerships with organisations such as Qantas, Optus, NIB and Mildura Health Fund, as well as health and wellbeing programs including fitness passport. The company is a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women and is committed to cultural diversity, inclusivity and supporting adjustments throughout recruitment and employment. For further information contact Jeremy Dunlop, Manager Identity and Access Management, at 0405 523 344; applications close on Monday 2 February 2026 at midnight.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance