Manager – Cyber Network Security

Join the change. Electrify your future We’ve been proudly Aussie since 1837, always finding new ways to innovate in energy and essential services. Now, we’re moving toward a sustainable future through electrification and investing in renewable energy – and we’d like you to join us. About the Role We’re looking for a Manager – Cyber Network Security to lead the team responsible for configuring, deploying, and maintaining critical security platforms, including proxy management, web application firewalls, and email security solutions. This role is pivotal within AGL’s Cyber Defence organization and reports directly to the Head of Cyber Defence. You’ll work closely with the SOC, Incident Response, and Data Protection teams, partner with Security Architecture for project delivery, and provide operational insights to diverse stakeholders. What You’ll Be Doing Lead and enhance Network Security operations, including threat management, firewalls, proxies, WAFs, and email security. Develop and implement strategies aligned with Cyber Defence objectives, ensuring robust security policies and procedures. Drive adoption of new security technologies and proactively strengthen defenses against emerging threats. Oversee incident management, troubleshooting, and risk mitigation for security platforms. Provide inspirational leadership through team development, performance management, and resource allocation. Collaborate with stakeholders and project teams to deliver operational insights and design feedback. Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and availability of security platforms and configurations. What You’ll Bring Proven ability to lead and develop high‑performing teams while balancing operational and project priorities. Strong technical expertise in network security practices, including firewalls, proxies, WAFs, encryption, and vulnerability management. Hands‑on experience with cloud environments (Azure/AWS), Zscaler solutions, and web application security. Preferred experience with Akamai and/or Azure Web Application Firewall, as well as managing Azure or AWS environments and access control models; incident response and coordination skills valued. Expertise in applying, maintaining, and improving network security practices, including configuration and use of firewalls, servers, and routers, and analysis of traffic using network management tools. Strategic mindset with a focus on continuous improvement, innovation, and risk mitigation. Applications close on Friday 28th November 2025. Benefits Flexible working: hybrid and/or flexible hours. Staff discounts on energy, telco and solar plans for employees, family and friends. Parental Leave: 20 weeks paid leave for the primary carer plus employer‑paid superannuation on unpaid leave. Additional Leave: 1 week ‘Recharge Leave’ for eligible employees and salary sacrifice up to 6 weeks additional leave. Wellbeing Programs: partnerships with Medibank and Fitness Passport and on‑site health appointments. AGL Shares: up to $1,000 as part of annual Share Reward plan and salary sacrifice up to $5,000 of shares. Benefits may change over time and vary based on role type and location. Inclusion at AGL At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourage applicants to share their lived experiences. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. Our pre‑employment screening process includes a nationally coordinated criminal history check and a medical assessment if necessary. The information provided as part of your application to AGL will be managed in accordance with the AGL Privacy Policy. AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL. Location: Docklands VIC 3008 Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level • Employment type: Full‑time • Job function: Information Technology • Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Oil and Gas, and Utilities #J-18808-Ljbffr