Cyber Security Engineer

A098 AGL Energy Limited; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Parental Leave: 20 weeks

Wellbeing programs

Staff discounts

Share Reward plan

Job summary

AGL Energy is seeking a Cyber Engineer to join the Cyber Transformation program, strengthening security across Enterprise IT, Cloud Platforms and the Secure Energy Data Centre. You will collaborate with Cyber Security, Cloud Engineering, Infrastructure and Operations to implement security technologies and improve resilience against evolving threats, including AI-enabled risks.

Key tasks include enhancing SIEM/EDR, developing detection dashboards, conducting vulnerability assessments, and

Qualifications

• We are seeking a cyber security engineer with hands-on experience in security operations and engineering.
• Strong understanding of networking, OS, and core security principles.
• Experience with SIEM, EDR, firewalls and cloud-native security platforms.
• Knowledge of Azure and/or AWS cloud security practices.
• Experience supporting incident investigations and remediation.

Responsibilities

• Engineer, configure and maintain security technologies across enterprise, cloud and data centre environments.
• Enhance detection capabilities and monitoring platforms to identify threats.
• Operationalise threat intelligence with detection rules and automated responses.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and drive remediation with teams.
• Contribute to secure architecture and data protection initiatives.

Skills

Cyber security engineering

Security operations

Networking

Operating systems

Threat detection

Incident response

Stakeholder engagement

Education

ISO 27001 knowledge

NIST CSF knowledge

ASD Essential Eight knowledge

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Firewalls

Vulnerability management tools

Cloud security platforms (Azure/AWS)

Job description

Join the change. Electrify your future! We've been proudly Aussie since 1837, always finding new ways to innovate in energy and essential services. Now, we're moving towards a sustainable future through electrification and investing in renewable energy—and we’d like you to join us. Whether you're on-site, in the office, or somewhere in between, you'll find opportunities to grow your career here. You'll work with a team that's passionate about powering Australian lives, in a culture that values inclusivity, respect, and learning. Help us create a cleaner energy future, and we'll back you every step of the way as you build your career. Join the change. Electrify your future.

About the role

We're looking for a Cyber Engineer to join AGL's Cyber Transformation program and play a key role in strengthening and modernising our cyber security capabilities. This position sits at the heart of our security uplift initiatives, delivering engineering outcomes across Enterprise IT, Cloud Platforms, and the Secure Energy Data Centre (SEDC). Working alongside Cyber Security, Cloud Engineering, Infrastructure, and Operations teams, you'll help implement and optimise security technologies, improve threat detection capabilities, and enhance AGL's resilience against an evolving cyber threat landscape, including emerging AI-enabled threats. Success in this role requires a collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, and a passion for solving complex security challenges while working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Some of the things you'll do

• Engineer, configure and maintain security technologies across enterprise, cloud and Secure Energy Data Centre environments.
• Enhance SIEM, EDR and monitoring platforms to improve detection of emerging cyber threats and suspicious behaviours.
• Operationalise threat intelligence by developing detection rules, dashboards and automated response capabilities.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, analyse findings and partner with teams to drive remediation activities.
• Implement and maintain secure cloud configurations across Azure and AWS environments.
• Support secure architecture, monitoring, access controls and data protection initiatives within the Secure Energy Data Centre.
• Contribute to incident response activities, investigations and security hardening initiatives across critical technology environments.

We're looking for people who have

• Experience in cyber security engineering, security operations or a related technical security discipline.
• Strong understanding of networking, operating systems and core cyber security principles.
• Hands-on experience with security technologies such as SIEM, EDR, firewalls, vulnerability management tools and cloud-native security platforms.
• Knowledge of cloud security practices across Azure and/or AWS environments.
• Experience supporting incident investigation, response and remediation activities.
• Understanding of cyber security frameworks and standards including ISO 27001, NIST CSF, ASD Essential Eight or similar.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and business teams.

We’d love to see your applications by Friday 13th November 2026.

At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Flexible working: AGL offers a range of flexible working options including hybrid working and/or flexible hours.
• Staff discounts: Discounted energy and solar plans: Available for employees, family and friends.
• Parental Leave: 20 weeks paid leave for the primary carer plus employer-paid superannuation on unpaid leave.
• Additional Leave: 1 week 'Recharge Leave' for eligible employees and salary sacrifice up to 6 weeks additional leave.
• Wellbeing Programs: Partnerships with Medibank and Fitness Passport and on-site health appointments (massage, skin checks etc.).
• AGL Shares: Up to $1000 as part of annual Share Reward plan and salary sacrifice up to $5000 of shares.

*Benefits may change over time and vary based on role type and location.

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose.

To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers

AGL is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

At AGL, we use some AI-enabled tools to support recruitment administration. All hiring decisions are made by hiring leaders and Talent Solutions professionals, with human oversight throughout.

Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary.

The information provided as part of your application to AGL will be managed in accordance with the AGL Privacy Policy.

AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Solutions team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL.

Location

Docklands VIC 3008

Job Family Group

Information Technology/Digital

At AGL, we believe energy makes life better. That's why we're passionate about powering the way Australians live, move and work. Like you, we believe that the world is going through extraordinary challenges. We don't shy away from the tough questions and we consider the answers carefully. We work in partnership with our customers and communities, and take action to shape a better future for all. As life changes, we join the change, constantly evolving over more than 188 years. Today we bring all that know-how to transform how Australians produce, share and consume energy. We're investing in new ideas, partnerships and infrastructure - renewing and expanding our portfolio of sources and products to help make them more sustainable, reliable, affordable and useful. We'll continue to innovate in energy and other essential services to enhance the way Australians live, and to help preserve the world around us for future generations.