Head of Digital Platforms – Cyber Security, Core Infrastructure & Connectivity

Harrison McMillan Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Electricity reimbursements

Income protection

Parental leave

Discounts on health/gym

Volunteering day

Job summary

SA Power Networks is seeking a Head of Digital Platforms – Cyber Security, Core Infrastructure & Connectivity to lead the strategic direction of our security, infrastructure, connectivity and digital identity platforms in Adelaide.

You will drive security-led platform strategy, architecture and operations, shaping investments and ensuring services are secure, resilient and scalable to meet evolving business needs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading cyber security, infrastructure, connectivity or platform engineering within complex enterprise environments.
• Experience developing secure, scalable enterprise technology platforms aligned to business objectives.
• Strong knowledge of cyber security operations, incident response and disaster recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for cyber security, core infrastructure and connectivity platform services.
• Lead platform architecture, operations and continuous improvement with a focus on security and resilience.
• Drive platform adoption, standardisation and automation across the organisation.
• Strengthen cyber resilience, governance and technology risk management in line with enterprise priorities.

Skills

Cyber security leadership

Platform engineering leadership

Security operations

Digital identity governance

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Education

Degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Job description

Head of Digital Platforms – Cyber Security, Core Infrastructure & Connectivity

Looking for the next opportunity where your work genuinely matters? Join SA Power Networks and help power homes, businesses and communities across South Australia -today and into the future.

About the Company

SA Power Networks plays a vital role in South Australia, connecting homes, businesses and communities to a safe, reliable and efficient electricity network.

We’re proud to be leading the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future, working closely with communities across the state to achieve meaningful change.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. With a collaborative culture, strong development pathways and a commitment to innovation, you’ll be supported to grow your career while making a real impact, connecting South Australians to a better energy future, today.

At SA Power Networks, you’ll be part of a team where our values shape how we work every day. We keep everyone safe, collaborate with purpose, take the initiative, and rise to the challenge to deliver for our people, customers and communities.

We offer an environment that values safety above all, encourages new ideas, and supports you to grow your career while making a meaningful contribution to South Australia.

You will also enjoy:

• Flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on work-life balance
• Up to $900 in electricity reimbursements each year
• Income Protection Coverage
• Primary Parental Leave (18 weeks) and Secondary Parental Leave (5 weeks)
• Corporate discounts on health insurance and gym memberships
• 1 paid day of volunteering leave

Role Overview

Reporting to the Chief Digital Officer, the Head of Digital Platforms – Cyber Security, Core Infrastructure & Connectivity is responsible for the strategic direction, performance and ongoing evolution of the organisation's cyber security, infrastructure, connectivity and digital identity platforms.

The role ensures platform services are secure, resilient and fit for purpose, enabling delivery teams and business functions to operate effectively while supporting broader organisational objectives. Providing leadership across platform strategy, architecture, operations and continuous improvement, the position is accountable for ensuring platform capabilities remain aligned with enterprise priorities, technology direction and future business needs.

Working closely with business, technology and operational leaders, the Head of Digital Platforms – Cyber Security, Core Infrastructure & Connectivity will drive platform adoption, promote standardisation and automation, and ensure critical technology services are delivered in a reliable, scalable and sustainable manner. The role also plays a key part in strengthening cyber resilience, operational readiness and technology governance, supporting the organisation's ability to operate securely and effectively in an evolving digital landscape.

Essential Skills and Expertise

• Significant leadership experience overseeing cyber security, infrastructure, connectivity or platform engineering functions within complex enterprise environments.
• Experience developing and evolving enterprise technology platforms that are secure, resilient, scalable and aligned to business objectives.
• Strong understanding of cyber security operations, digital identity, incident response, disaster recovery and business continuity practices.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with executives and senior stakeholders across business, operational and technology functions to achieve shared outcomes.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of technology governance, risk management and security frameworks within highly regulated or operationally critical environments.
• Commercial and strategic acumen, with experience balancing platform investment, operational performance and long-term sustainability.
• Utilities, critical infrastructure or other operationally complex industry experience will be highly regarded.
• Degree qualification in Information Technology, Cyber Security, Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline, and/or equivalent experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required background checks or security clearances.

This role is based in Adelaide. Interstate applicants must be willing to relocate.

Applications close 18/11/2026. The recruitment process will commence during the advertising period, with suitable candidates being considered as applications are received.

Diversity & inclusion

SA Power Networks is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all genders, ages, ethnicities and sexual orientations, and from people with disability.

For more information about SA Power Networks visit www.sapowernetworks.com.au