About Southern Ports

Southern Ports manages the three gateway ports of Albany, Bunbury and Esperance, and facilitates trade through the commercial management of efficient, safe, sustainable, and customer-focused ports. Our three regional ports play a vital role in connecting Western Australia with world markets. It is our belief that strong regional ports lead to strong regions, and that results in economic and social benefits for the communities across the regions we serve. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to supporting our teams and building a diverse and capable workforce that is geared to meet the current and future needs of our customers and the sustainability of our ports.

Benefits of Joining Southern Ports

Joining Southern Ports Authority comes with numerous benefits that cater to a wide range of professional and personal needs, some examples being:

Flexible Working Arrangements: Enjoy a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle and personal commitments.

Annual Health and Well-being Benefits: Take advantage of programs and resources aimed at maintaining your physical and mental health.

Salary Sacrificing Options: Maximise your take-home pay through tailored salary packaging arrangements such as Novated Car Leasing, Superannuation, and a Remote Housing benefit for our Esperance port.

Opportunity to Travel: Experience different geographical regions in Western Australia, enhancing your professional and personal growth.

Generous Purchase Leave Options: Gain additional leave options to suit your personal needs and preferences.

Salary range:

$191,889 + superannuation.

For additional questions, please contact [email protected].

The Role

Southern Ports is recruiting a Cyber Security Lead to join their team. Reporting to the Technology Manager, The Cyber Security Lead oversees the design, implementation, and management of cybersecurity measures to protect against threats and ensure the integrity of our systems. This role aligns cybersecurity initiatives with organisational objectives, spearheading continuous improvement efforts to drive operational efficiency and assurance of security controls. Key responsibilities include leading the cybersecurity team, managing incident response, conducting risk assessments, deploying cybersecurity technologies, and fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Please refer to the Position Description for further information on the duties and responsibilities for this role

The Expertise

In depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g NIST, ISO 27001)

Degree qualified in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a relevant field or a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity management

Relevant cybersecurity certifications e,g, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

To see the Position Description for this role, please copy and paste the below link into your browser:

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/zo9tyat3lg0p2umdq374z/PD-Cyber-Security-Lead.docx?rlkey=6ojf3qv52n5nylf2vxjdu4wiz&st=zj3dn1tt&dl=0

Requirements

To apply, please submit your application through our advertisement. Ensure you include an up-to-date resume with a one-page cover letter which provides information about how your qualifications, skills and experience meet the requirements of the role (why you are the person we are looking for).

To be eligible for this role, applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to Perth/Albany/Bunbury or Esperance and provide proof of Australian citizenship or permanent residency.

The successful applicant must:

Have a current Australian driver’s license

Be able to obtain and maintain a Maritime Security Identification Card

Pass a pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol testing

Provide a National Police Certificate that is within a 6-month period.

Southern Ports is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, gender, age, religion, sexual preference or disability. We encourage applications from all culturally diverse backgrounds, Indigenous Australians and Non-Indigenous Australians. Southern Ports is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and impartial workplace with equal opportunities for all employees.

Applications close COB 21/07/25. We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process during the application period. Please contact Recruitment on [email protected] for more information.