Head Of Architecture - End-To-End Security

Head of Architecture - End-to-End SecurityApply locations: Melbourne Corporate, Sydney Corporate
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Time left to apply: End Date: January 29, 2025 (12 days left to apply)
Job requisition id: R-0018637
Join the change.
Together, we'll make history. As we keep the lights on for over four million customers and move towards a more sustainable way of life, it's an exciting time to be at AGL.
We're re-imagining how homes and businesses live and work across the country and we want you to be a part of it.
This moment will define our time, and your career as you work alongside Australia's best and brightest minds.
You'll grow and learn in a collaborative, safe and supportive environment and play your part in changing the course of tomorrow.
Everyone at AGL is an important part of building a better energy future and we want you to join in.
About the Architecture Technology team The Architecture team is part of the Technology business area and is responsible for shaping AGL's technological landscape and IT infrastructure.
We strive to make an impact by providing thought leadership to identify opportunities to take an enterprise approach to transforming a business capability.
We take a structured approach to understand business problems, identify synergies across business areas and deliver fit for purpose solutions.
About the role At AGL, we're not just transforming energy – we're driving innovation across the enterprise with cutting-edge technology.
We are looking for a visionary Head of Architecture – End-to-End Security to lead the charge in securing our digital future.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the security architecture practice across our entire ecosystem – from applications to operational technology, cloud infrastructure, identity and access management, and more.
What you'll be doing Build and Lead a High-Performing Team - Establish and grow a top-tier team of Principal and Solution Architects.
Champion Security by Design and foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge-sharing.
Drive Security Strategy - Develop and maintain a forward-thinking security architecture framework, reusable patterns, and governance processes.
Collaborate with senior leadership, including the CISO, GM Architecture, and CIO, to ensure security is embedded in strategic planning, procurement, and project delivery.
Integrate and Elevate Security Practices - Collaborate with key business units to ensure security architecture is an integral part of the project lifecycle.
Lead security architecture across our customer market, trading, and operational technology domains, developing technology implementation plans and integrating with the broader cybersecurity transformation program.
Engage Stakeholders - Build strong relationships with internal and external partners, providing expert guidance on industry standards and regulations such as Consumer Data Rights, NIST/AESCSF, and ISO 27001.
Influence executive-level decision-making and promote security best practices across the enterprise.
About yourself Proven experience as an Architecture Manager, Practice Lead, or Senior Enterprise Architect, with deep knowledge of Zero Trust frameworks, OT/IT systems, network architecture, and security engineering.
Strategic Vision - Demonstrated success in developing and executing security roadmaps and architecture strategies within complex enterprise environments.
Technology Excellence - A strong leader, grounded in technology, with hands-on expertise on Zero-Trust security modelling, proactive cybersecurity practices, identity and access management, operational and physical security, and/or cloud security.
Able to coach and mentor security architects, engineers and security advisors through real-life experiences and examples.
Leadership Excellence - A strong leader who inspires and motivates high-performing teams while nurturing talent development and career growth.
Proven ability to build a positive and collaborative work environment.
Security Champion - A passion for security architecture with the ability to articulate the value of Security by Design through key metrics.
Expertise in risk assessments, securing network protocols, and embedding security into end-to-end IT processes.
Strong Communication Skills - A skilled communicator who can translate complex security concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience working with C-suite and influencing at all levels.
At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including: Flexible working options including hybrid work.
Competitive salary and Leadership Incentive Plan.
Discounts on energy, telcos, and solar plans.
Participate in Energise - our reward & recognition program.
Access 20 weeks of paid parental leave.
Access to an additional week of recharge leave per year.
Play an active role in our diversity & inclusion initiatives.
Novated leasing and Electric Vehicle subscriptions.
Access to study assistance, AGL's share purchase plan, and insurance deals.
*Benefits may change over time and vary based on location. Ready to join the change?
Submit your application by Wednesday, 29th January. 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.
AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages 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.
To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers
AGL is a Circle Back Initiative employer - we commit to respond to every applicant. 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
Job Family Group: Information Technology - Internet-Based
About UsWe are Australia's largest energy generator & leading energy retailer. AGL is an ASX-listed leading integrated essential service provider, with a proud 186-year history of innovation and a passionate belief in progress – human and technological.
From lighting the first gas streetlamp in Sydney in 1841 to helping shape a sustainable energy future for Australia, we have a track record of leading change.
We deliver 4.3 million gas, electricity, and telecommunications services to our residential, small and large business, and wholesale customers across Australia.
We operate Australia's largest electricity generation portfolio, with an operated generation capacity of under 9,000 MW, which accounts for approximately 20% of the total generation capacity within Australia's National Electricity Market.
AGL has the largest renewables and storage portfolio of any ASX-listed company, having invested $4.8 billion over the past two decades in renewable and firming generation.

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