Cyber Security Engineer

Alstom; Perth; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18 weeks paid parental leave

Discounted gym membership

Purchased annual leave

Novated leasing scheme

Wellbeing support for you and family

Learning and development programs

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Alstom in Perth, WA is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to design, configure and integrate security for rail systems. You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver robust cyber security controls for complex OT environments and ensure architectural integrity across projects.

The role emphasizes collaboration, documentation, and hands-on deployment of security solutions in a dynamic, large-scale mobility project.

Qualifications

• Senior-level cyber security design/architecture experience in rail or OT environments.
• Experience implementing controls aligned with industry standards and frameworks.
• Excellent documentation skills across design and operations materials.
• IT/OT environment experience with routing, firewalls, UNIX, AD, patch mgmt, and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and integrate cyber security for rail systems.
• Implement controls per standards, policies, and best practices.
• Deploy hardware and software solutions to meet cyber security requirements.
• Write, review, and maintain design, architecture, and operational docs.

Skills

Cybersecurity design

Security architecture

Rail OT security

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Cybersecurity degree

Tools

Routing & Switching

Firewalls

Unix-like systems

Active Directory

Patch management

Log analytics

Job description

At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can’t afford to fail. We’re more than 85 000 people worldwide creating the industry most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.

More than a job: a mission

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your Cyber Security expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll collaborate with a forward-thinking, high-performing team, contributing to the safety and resilience of rail systems by designing, configuring, and integrating robust Cyber Security solutions. In this role, you’ll work closely with cross-functional teams across the business and with our customer, navigating complex environments and delivering effective, practical security controls. As a dynamic and self-sufficient professional, you’ll play a pivotal role in system integration, architecture design, and cyber security engineering. You will be based in our Perth CBD office and be part of an exciting and innovative project that is transforming the Perth rail network.

You’ll work with sharp, committed teams across Alstom — solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility.

We’ll look to you for

• Delivering cyber security design, architecture, configuration, and integration activities for rail systems.
• Implementing controls based on standards, security frameworks, policies, and best practices.
• Deploying hardware and software solutions to meet Cyber Security requirements.
• To write, review, and maintain high-quality documentation across design, architecture, and operational materials, including implementation guides and standard operating procedures.

What You Bring

• Several years’ senior level experience in cyber security design, architecture, configuration, and integration for rail systems or other operational technology environments.
• Experienced in implementing security controls aligned with industry standards and frameworks, and skilled in deploying hardware and software solutions to meet cyber security requirements.
• Strong ability to write, review, and maintain high-quality documentation across design, architecture, and operational materials.
• Collaborative, resilient, and effective in complex, fast-paced environments.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Cybersecurity / Engineering / Computer Science / Technology-related.
• Extensive hands‑on experience in an IT/OT environment with design, configuration, implementation, and testing of systems involving; Routing and Switching, Firewalls, Unix‑like systems, Active Directory, Patch Management Solutions, Centralised log, management, analytics solutions and more.

Alstom, a great place to grow

Perks & Benefits

• 18 weeks paid parental leave.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Purchased annual leave and a novated leasing scheme.
• Independent and confidential wellbeing support for you and your family.
• Our investment in your development, through award-winning learning.
• Stability, challenges and a long-term career enabling you to steer your progression in whatever direction you choose.
• A competitive package that recognises your performance and potential.

Here, progress isn’t always easy — the scale is massive, the tasks are complex — but the impact is real. Because when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects — that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.

We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: [e-mail].

For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application.

As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.