Operational Technology Cyber Defense Analyst

About Woodside Energy

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

About the Role:

Woodside are looking for an Operational Technology Cyber Defense Analyst to join their Technical Services team.

The OT Cyber Defense Analyst is an essential member of the Woodside Cyber Team, responsible for detecting and addressing potential OT cyber threats and vulnerabilities to prevent significant impacts on the organization. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of ICS networks, cybersecurity threats, and threat actor tactics. They should also be able to analyze and interpret large volumes of data from diverse sources while prioritizing remediation efforts based on risk.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Key duties and responsibilities include: 

• Effectively communicate OT and IT security issues to Cyber and OT teams, as well as Senior SOC Analysts
• Design OT incident response procedures and playbooks
• Support and analyze security incidents alongside Senior SOC Analysts and OT security personnel
• Participate in annual tabletop exercises to evaluate incident response plans and playbooks
• Maintain OT situational awareness through collaboration with CTI partners, and develop remediation plans when necessary
• Establish OT daily checks consistent with existing Corporate Cyber Security processes
• Conduct control and vulnerability assessments, identify weaknesses, and recommend remedial actions to improve existing controls
• Analyze and assess new OT threats and security alerts, proposing appropriate remedial actions

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, IT or related field
• Experience in risk management, threat identification, and vulnerability mitigation
• Proficiency in ICS environments, network tools, and technologies
• Familiarity with project management and leadership principles
• SANS certifications such as GICSP or GRID highly desired
• Vendor-specific security certifications preferred
• Effective communication of complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Technical knowledge of IT infrastructure, applications, software, and system configuration and management
• 1-2 years of operational experience in Cyber, IT, Comms, or Digital sectors

If you think you can do this job but don’t meet all the criteria, that’s OK! Please apply. At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.

Recognition & Reward:

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring
• Industry-leading 18 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
• Values led culture
• Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity
• Community volunteering opportunities
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce. 

Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on 26th January 2024.

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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.