Lead Security Operations Centre

About Woodside Energy

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

About the Role:

The SOC Lead will play a critical role in protecting Woodside Energy’s digital assets by leading our Security Operations Centre (SOC). This position ensures effective incident detection, analysis, and response while fostering a culture of operational excellence.

This position will be based residentially in Perth, Western Australia and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical cyber security initiatives while enjoying a vibrant and balanced lifestyle.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor the SOC team, fostering collaboration and professional development
• Oversee the monitoring and response to cyber security incidents, ensuring timely and effective resolutions
• Optimise and manage security tools, including SIEM, and endpoint protection platforms
• Develop and maintain incident response playbooks and processes
• Collaborate with IT, Risk, and other departments to implement robust security controls
• Build relationships with external vendors to influence tool enhancements and close detection gaps
• Provide regular reports to senior management on SOC activities and the organisation’s security posture
• Stay informed on emerging cyber security threats and integrate proactive defense strategies

Skills & Experience:

• Extensive experience in cyber security, including 2+ years in a SOC leadership role
• Strong technical knowledge of security tools, threat detection, and incident response methodologies
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage a team in high-pressure situations
• Demonstrated experience working with external vendors and influencing product roadmaps
• A commitment to Woodside’s values of one team, we care, innovate every day, results matter and build and maintain trust

If you think you can do this job but don’t meet all the criteria, that’s OK! Please apply. At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.

Recognition & Reward:

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring
• Industry-leading 18 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
• Values led culture
• Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity
• Community volunteering opportunities
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce. 

Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on 10th Jan 2025.

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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.