Security Engineer

About this role

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Who We Are

CleanCo is a low-emission energy generator and retailer backed by the Queensland Government. We empower our customers to make the transition to safe, reliable, low-emission energy through innovation, collaboration and operational excellence.

Our values guide everything we do: we are genuine, courageous, collaborative and curious.

Our diverse and capable team work together to deliver reliable energy solutions for customers and communities across Queensland. Our aim is to cultivate a thriving, connected team of people who are proud to be part of CleanCo’s mission.

We are recognised as an Employer of Choice by Work180. We welcome applications from women, neurodivergent individuals, people with disabilities, First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. Adjustments to the recruitment process are available on request.

What you'll contribute to

As our Senior Security Engineer, you'll play a key role in protecting CleanCo's information assets, technology platforms and operational environments from evolving cyber threats. This is a broad role that combines security engineering, architecture review, cyber risk management, security operations and trusted advisory responsibilities. Your work will directly influence how CleanCo protects critical technology systems while enabling innovation, digital transformation and the responsible adoption of emerging technologies.

In this role you will

• Lead security assessments and architecture reviews across projects, operational changes and strategic technology initiatives.
• Identify, assess and help mitigate cyber security risks across cloud, infrastructure, applications, identity platforms and operational technology environments.
• Partner with project teams and technology stakeholders to embed security into solutions from design through to implementation.
• Work closely with managed security service providers to enhance monitoring, detection, incident response and security operations.
• Support CleanCo's Information Security Management System (ISMS), governance obligations and continuous cyber maturity uplift initiatives.
• Drive vulnerability management, threat analysis and remediation activities that improve CleanCo's security posture.
• Support the secure adoption and governance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI (GenAI) technologies.
• Assess and provide guidance on AI-related cyber, privacy, data protection and regulatory risks, including prompt injection, data leakage, model misuse and unauthorised access.
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders by translating technical risks into practical business outcomes and recommendations.

This role is a full-time permanent position based in Brisbane.

On your first day you will have

• Demonstrated experience in cyber security, security engineering, security architecture or related information security disciplines.
• Experience conducting security assessments, architecture reviews and technical risk assessments across enterprise technology environments.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST Cyber Security Framework, Essential Eight, CIS Controls or ISM.
• Experience across cloud environments such as Azure, AWS and SaaS platforms.
• Exposure to security operations, vulnerability management, incident response and security monitoring technologies.
• Ability to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders and communicate security risks in clear and practical ways.

What you will find here

• The opportunity to contribute to Queensland’s clean energy future and see the real-world impact of your work
• A supportive environment that embraces change and encourages continuous learning
• Space to take ownership, backed by trust and accountability
• Open, respectful communication where diverse perspectives are valued
• A collaborative culture focused on shared success and meaningful outcomes

What we offer you

At CleanCo, you don’t just contribute to Queensland’s energy future - you’re supported to power your own. Our benefits support balance, wellbeing and career development at every stage of life, including:

• Genuine flexible work options via our hybrid working model.
• A progressive and inclusive culture where people feel safe, connected and seen.
• Option to purchase additional leave.
• Discounted health insurance, Fitness Passport, and health programs.
• Salary sacrificing options.
• Wellbeing support through various support groups such as Mates in Energy.

What happens next?

We'd love to hear from you sooner rather than later. Applications close on 04/09/2026, but we sometimes find our person before then.

Our Talent team reviews every application and if we think you could be a great fit, we'll be in touch for a friendly chat. If things click, we'll move you through to interviews from there!

Even if we are not currently advertising the position that you are looking for today, we may be tomorrow. Keep up-to-date with new opportunities as they happen by following us on LinkedIn or registering for our Talent Community via our careers page .

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