Cyber Security Lead

Reporting to the Infrastructure and Operations Manager, the Cyber Security Lead will be responsible for protecting LPMA’s (Liberty Primary Metals Australia) information assets from cyber security threats. Working as part of a multi-disciplined team, you will be charged with implementing pragmatic but effective cyber security defences while keeping information owners apprised of increasing cyber security threats.

Other responsibilities include:

Provide LPMA with solutions on improving ICT security

Driving the implementation of LPMA’s Cyber Security Roadmap

Research latest security trends, data analysis on a company’s current ICT systems, and developing strategies for improving information and data protection

Conduct regular assessments of LPMA’s IT environment; monitoring logs and network traffic to ensure healthy systems as well as keep track of suspicious activity

Monitor computer networks and systems for threats and security breaches

Install, alter, and update security software

Test systems for potential vulnerabilities

Develop systems and processes for security best practices throughout the company

Prepare reports on security incidents and changing responses.

This position requires extensive Cyber Security experience along with the ability to work with a high level of independence, strong client service and technical skills. Your leadership and organisational abilities will be important to ensure all tasks and projects are delivered efficiently and effectively. You will be able to work effectively with a diverse range of people and be able to build capability through coaching and mentoring.

Skills and qualifications required:

Degree qualified in a related IT discipline.

Certifications in CISSP, SSCP, GIAC, CEH, OSCP (or working towards)

Experience working in a highly technical environment (knowledge of ITIL highly desired)

Demonstrated expertise in defining, developing and reviewing cyber security, risk, compliance and governance policies

Experience of implementing technical controls for network security, endpoint and cloud environments

Exposure to industry standard security frameworks ISO, PCI DSS, NIST).

A good working knowledge of Internet and network security systems and tools including firewalls, load balancers, WAFs, IDP, PKI and remote access systems

Experience with VMware, Microsoft, UNIX and Linux Operating Systems

A good understanding of security incident response processes

Significant experience with vulnerability scanning tools

Significant experience with SIEM and/or log management products and in querying available logs to apply contextual analysis

A track record in analysing complex technical situations and articulating technical security issues and associated risks in business language

A high proficiency working with Microsoft Office tools Highly organised and able to manage at a detailed level in a thoughtful manner across multiple efforts simultaneously.

As members of the GFG Alliance group in Australia, SIMEC Mining and SIMEC Energy as well as Liberty Primary Steel and Liberty Bell Bay, work together as champions of sustainable industry. We are on a mission to invigorate steel making and engineering using sustainable solutions, new technology and local resources as we transform our operations to carbon neutral by 0 (CN).

Across our different business units, we offer career opportunities for people who share our drive, passion and ambition. From apprentices and graduates to experienced professionals, we are committed to offering fulfilling careers and the chance to grow as our business grows. We would love you to be part of our journey.