Manager - OT Cyber Security

Quanta Services Australia; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salary

Annual bonus

Flexible work from home

Study assistance

Parental leave 16w + 6w

Purchased leave

AI subscriptions

Phone choice

Referral bonus

Discount program

Employee assistance

Job summary

CPP is seeking a brand-new Manager - OT Cyber Security to lead the development of an enterprise OT cyber security program across all customer project delivery. You will build frameworks, policies and risk assessments, embedding secure-by-design principles through tendering, design, procurement, construction and handover.

You'll collaborate with engineering, legal, procurement and project teams to embed OT security across CPP's projects and governance, enabling senior stakeholders to understand

Qualifications

• Deep OT cyber security knowledge in critical infrastructure environments.
• Experience with IEC 62443, AESCSF and SOCI Act obligations.
• OT cyber security experience; degree in cyber/IT/engineering.
• Recognised OT/ICS or cyber security certification (GICSP, CISSP, CISM) is highly regarded.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to communicate technical issues to execs.
• Commercial, collaborative approach and autonomy to build new capability.

Responsibilities

• Act as CPP's OT cyber security Manager for project delivery.
• Establish OT cyber security governance and standards per IEC 62443.
• Lead OT risk assessments, compliance docs, and vendor evaluations.
• Translate customer cyber requirements into project deliverables.
• Develop OT security architectures, controls, and remote access.
• Review site acceptance testing to verify controls.
• Maintain audit-ready docs and support patch management and change control.
• Provide guidance to executives and project teams on cyber obligations.
• Monitor threats and regulatory requirements for CPP as EPC contractor.

Skills

OT cyber security

IEC 62443

AESCSF knowledge

SOCI Act knowledge

OT/ICS certification

Stakeholder engagement

Executive communication

Education

Cyber security / OT engineering degree

Job description

CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid.

As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company ranked #192 on the NYSX, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems.

Established in 1996, we’ve connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 800 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth, we partner with Australia’s major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions.

Join us in shaping the future of energy.

Job Description

This is a brand-new position, created to give CPP a clearly named Manager - OT Cyber Security lead across all customer project delivery. You'll build and maintain an executive-endorsed OT cyber security management program, and embed secure-by-design principles across the full project lifecycle — from tendering through design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover.

You'll work closely with our engineering teams, executives, legal, procurement and bid staff, design and project managers, commissioning and construction staff, customers and their cyber leads, and suppliers and subcontractors. This role is squarely focused on Operational Technology (OT) cyber security for projects delivered by CPP.

Reporting to the Executive General Manager - Engineering, this is a high-autonomy, consultative role for someone who wants real ownership over how OT cyber security is done at CPP — with the credibility to influence both technical teams and senior stakeholders. This is a standalone specialist role with both strategic and hands‑on responsibility. You will set the direction and personally develop the frameworks, policies, risk assessment methodologies and practical tools needed to embed cyber security throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as CPP's OT cyber security Manager and primary point of contact for OT cyber security across project delivery.
• Establish and maintain OT cyber security governance, standards and project delivery processes aligned to IEC 62443 and AESCSF.
• Lead OT cyber risk assessments, project compliance documentation, supply‑chain assurance and vendor evaluations.
• Interpret customer cyber security requirements and contractual obligations, and translate these into practical project deliverables.
• Develop OT cyber security architectures, standards and controls, including secure network design, zoning, segmentation and remote access, in collaboration with our SCADA engineering teams.
• Review factory and site acceptance testing to verify cyber security controls are implemented and compliant.
• Maintain audit‑ready documentation, registers and evidence packs, and support incident response, patch management and change control processes.
• Provide practical guidance to executives, project teams and stakeholders on cyber security obligations, risks and requirements.
• Monitor emerging threats, industry developments and regulatory requirements relevant to CPP's role as an EPC contractor and service provider.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Deep OT cyber security knowledge in critical infrastructure environments (transmission, distribution or grid-connected renewables), clearly differentiated from enterprise IT security.
• Practical application of IEC 62443 and strong working knowledge of AESCSF and SOCI Act obligations.
• Substantial experience in OT cyber security, ideally with a tertiary qualification in cyber security, IT, electrical engineering or OT engineering (or equivalent relevant experience).
• A recognised OT/ICS or cyber security certification, such as GICSP, ISA/IEC 62443 Cyber Security Expert, CISSP or CISM, is highly regarded.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate highly technical issues clearly to both technical and executive audiences.
• A commercially practical, collaborative approach, and the confidence to build a new capability with a high degree of autonomy.

Be rewarded at CPP.

At CPP, we value our people above all else. We’re dedicated to investing in and developing your talent to help you reach your full potential. By joining us, you’ll have the opportunity to work on industry-leading projects and access the latest technologies. We foster a culture of innovation and welcome fresh ideas – if you're ready to challenge the status quo, we want you to be part of our team.

Benefits include:

• Above-market salary package with annual reviews
• Annual bonus, discretionary based on individual and business performance
• We offer flexible working options, with the ability to work from home
• Access to study assistance for continuous development, and a strong focus on internal promotions to help you grow within
• 16weeks paid primary parental leave and 6weeks paid secondary parental leave
• Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave
• We actively invest in AI capability, providing access to premium AI subscriptions to help you work smarter, solve complex problems and deliver better outcomes
• Choice between an iPhone or Samsung mobile
• Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
• Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
• Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing

CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.